2009 Nissan GT-R vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (481 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 8 kg more than 2009 Nissan GT-R.
Because 2009 Nissan GT-R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R (583 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan GT-R | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | GT-R | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3799 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 481 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 61 L |
