Chevrolet Vectra GM2900 2.2 i (190 Hp)
Chevrolet Vectra:
The Opel Vectra is a mid-size car that was engineered and produced by the German automaker Opel from 1988 until 2010. Available in saloon, hatchback and estate body styles, the Vectra was also sold by the Vauxhall marque in the United Kingdom as the Vauxhall Cavalier from 1988 to 1995 and then as the Vauxhall Vectra from 1995 to 2008, and it was also sold by Holden in Australia as the Holden Vectra, by Chevrolet in Latin America as the Chevrolet Vectra....(Read more on Wikipedia)
GM2900 Overview:
Chevrolet Vectra (GM2900). With 122 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.5 l/100km). Weighing only 1245 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.6 s). The top speed reaches 195 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Adequate and balanced power output (139 hp) for versatile driving.
- • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 12 sec).
- • Generous trunk capacity of 500 Liters.
Cons:
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(GM2900: 1996 - 1998).
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| Brand: | Chevrolet |
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| Model: | Vectra |
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| Generation: | GM2900 |
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| Modification (Engine): | 2.2 i (190 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 1998 |
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| End of production: | 2005 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Sedan |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 4 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 190 Hp @ 2800 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 86.4 Hp/l [Same length.] |
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| Torque: | 122 Nm @ 5200 rpm. |
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| Engine displacement: | 2198 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Valvetrain: | OHC |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 94.6 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 9.2:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.5 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.1 l/100 km |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.6 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.6 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 195 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.6 kg/Hp, 152.6 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 10.2 kg/Nm, 98 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.1 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1245 |
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| Max. weight: | 1795 |
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| Max load: | 550 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 500 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 57 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4480 mm mm [Same length.] |
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| Width: | 1710 mm mm [Same width.] |
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| Height: | 1410 mm mm [Same height.] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2637 mm mm [3mm less] |
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| Front track: | 1485 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1470 mm |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 185/70 R14 |
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| Front suspension | Coil spring |
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| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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