2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (152 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1158 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (229 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Land Rover | Opel |
Model | Defender | Vectra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |