2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2006 Opel Vectra. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 946 kg more than 2006 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Vectra. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Vectra.
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2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Land Rover | Opel |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Vectra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 61 L |