Skoda Superb 2004 vs Opel Vectra 1996
| Body: | Sedan | Hatchback | |
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| The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
| Engine: | 1.9 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain | |
| Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 130 HP | 82 HP | |
| Torque: | 285 NM | 185 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.7 seconds | 15.5 seconds | |
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Skoda Superb is more dynamic to drive. Skoda Superb engine produces 48 HP more power than Opel Vectra, whereas torque is 100 NM more than Opel Vectra. Thanks to more power Skoda Superb reaches 100 km/h speed 3.8 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.1 | 5.9 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.8 l/100km | 6.2 l/100km | |
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The Opel Vectra is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Skoda Superb consumes 1.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Opel Vectra, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Skoda Superb could require 180 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Skoda Superb consumes 0.6 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Opel Vectra. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 62 litres | 60 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 870 km in combined cycle | 1010 km in combined cycle | |
| 1120 km on highway | 1250 km on highway | ||
| 910 km with real consumption | 960 km with real consumption | ||
| Opel Vectra gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 420'000 km | 480'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Opel Vectra engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 8 years | 4 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Volkswagen Passat, Audi A6, Audi A4 | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Opel Astra, Opel Zafira | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Skoda Superb might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Skoda Superb 2004 1.9 engine: A reliable engine when using quality oils. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.80 m | 4.48 m | |
| Width: | 1.76 m | 1.71 m | |
| Height: | 1.47 m | 1.43 m | |
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Skoda Superb is larger. Skoda Superb is 32 cm longer than the Opel Vectra, 5 cm wider, while the height of Skoda Superb is 4 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 462 litres | 480 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1228 litres | 790 litres | |
| Despite its longer length, This could mean that the Skoda Superb uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Skoda Superb (by 438 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.8 meters | 10.6 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Skoda Superb is 1.2 metres more than that of the Opel Vectra, which means Skoda Superb can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`106 kg | 1`870 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`548 kg | 1`335 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 558 kg | 535 kg | |
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| Quality: | average | average | |
| Average price (€): | 1600 | 800 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 9.0/10 | 6.2/10 | |
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