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Opel Vectra B Caravan (facelift 1999) 2.0i 16V (136 Hp) Automatic
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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)
B Caravan (facelift 1999) Overview:
Opel Vectra (B Caravan (facelift 1999)). With 188 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1380 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.5 s). The top speed reaches 200 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.0i 16V (136 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Good power delivery, though the automatic transmission adds a slight delay to acceleration compared to the manual.
Fuel Economy
Higher fuel consumption with the automatic gearbox, impacting running costs.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and practical estate body
- • Comfortable ride quality for long journeys
- • Wide range of engine options, including strong V6 and economical diesels
- • Generally good value on the used market
- • Decent handling for a family car
Cons:
- • Some smaller engines can feel underpowered, especially with automatic transmissions
- • Interior plastics can feel dated compared to rivals
- • Known susceptibility to rust, particularly on wheel arches and sills
- • Older automatic transmissions can be sluggish
- • Fuel consumption can be high on larger petrol engines
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(B Caravan: December, 1997 - November, 1998).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Opel |
| Model: | Vectra |
| Generation: | B Caravan (facelift 1999) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0i 16V (136 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | February, 1999 |
| End of production: | June, 2000 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 136 Hp @ 5600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 68.1 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 188 Nm @ 3400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | X20XEV More details about the engine X20XEV |
| Engine displacement: | 1998 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4 l |
| Coolant: | 7.1 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 14.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC): | 9.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC): | 14.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC): | 7.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.7 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 200 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.1 kg/Hp, 98.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.3 kg/Nm, 136.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1380 |
| Max. weight: | 1990 |
| Max. roof load: | 100 kg |
| Max load: | 610 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1490 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 460 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1250 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 700 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 75 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4490 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1707 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1490 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2637 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 1841 mm |
| Front track: | 1484 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1473 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.6 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 195/65 R15; 205/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 5.5J x 15; 6J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring, Torsion |
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