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Opel Vectra A (facelift 1992) 2.5 V6 (170 Hp)
Overall Rating
Opel 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)
A (facelift 1992) Overview:
Opel Vectra (A (facelift 1992)). With 227 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.8 l/100km). Weighing only 1245 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7.8 s). The top speed reaches 233 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.
2.5 V6 (170 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The V6 engine truly shines with the manual gearbox, offering strong, refined power and impressive acceleration for a comfortable executive sedan.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption is on the higher side, but acceptable for a V6 with this level of performance and refinement.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Wide range of engines from economical to high-performance
- • Good ride comfort for its class
- • Spacious interior and large boot capacity
- • Robust and generally reliable mechanics
- • Iconic performance variants (C20XE, C20LET) are highly sought after
Cons:
- • Dated interior design and features by modern standards
- • Safety features are basic compared to newer cars
- • Rust can be a significant issue on older, unmaintained models
- • Some automatic transmissions can be sluggish and less efficient
- • Lack of modern amenities and connectivity technology
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(C CC (facelift 2005): July, 2006 - August, 2008).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Opel |
| Model: | Vectra |
| Generation: | A (facelift 1992) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.5 V6 (170 Hp) |
| Start of production: | March, 1993 |
| End of production: | July, 1995 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 170 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 68.3 Hp/l [210mm less] |
| Torque: | 227 Nm @ 4200 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | C25XE More details about the engine C25XE |
| Engine displacement: | 2489 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l |
| Coolant: | 7.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 81.6 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 79.6 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.8 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 7.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 7.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 233 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.3 kg/Hp, 136.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.5 kg/Nm, 182.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 7.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1245 |
| Max. weight: | 1765 |
| Max load: | 520 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 840 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 530 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 61 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4432 mm mm [210mm less] |
| Width: | 1706 mm mm [92mm less] |
| Height: | 1400 mm mm [49mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2600 mm mm [100mm less] |
| Front track: | 1437 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1432 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 195/60 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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