had one of these v6 things up my rear could not shake it wots top end on these i slowed up at a ton and it shot past
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clio 182 vs vectra gsi
- Thread starter cossie dave
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it were a 2.5 v6 sounded awesome too
Nissan 350Z
I've driven a 3.2 GSI. As you can see, I own a 182.
In terms of driving fun, no comparison. The 182 is soooo much better. It feels keener around corners, and feels faster up to 100. Its noisier, more raw, and more involving by far.
If you are looking for a grown up cruiser though, the Vectra is a nice choice. Nice cockpit, comfortable, and refined.
3.2 V6 as already said. Sounds great from the outside. From the inside? A tad muted, TBH. Dissapointing. What you can hear sounds good, but theres just not enough.
Very tall geared. Can crack 70 in 2nd, and over a ton in third.
In terms of speed, well, from 0-100, not much in it IMO. 182 definitely feels quicker due to being smaller, lighter, and less refined. However, the 182, especially at 60+ is no quicker, and at 100+ the GSI is definitely quicker. No mistake. It pulls hard even after 100 where the 182/172 or any other small hot hatch, for that matter struggles. I have no reason to doubt its 155 claimed top speed.
In terms of driving fun, no comparison. The 182 is soooo much better. It feels keener around corners, and feels faster up to 100. Its noisier, more raw, and more involving by far.
If you are looking for a grown up cruiser though, the Vectra is a nice choice. Nice cockpit, comfortable, and refined.
3.2 V6 as already said. Sounds great from the outside. From the inside? A tad muted, TBH. Dissapointing. What you can hear sounds good, but theres just not enough.
Very tall geared. Can crack 70 in 2nd, and over a ton in third.
In terms of speed, well, from 0-100, not much in it IMO. 182 definitely feels quicker due to being smaller, lighter, and less refined. However, the 182, especially at 60+ is no quicker, and at 100+ the GSI is definitely quicker. No mistake. It pulls hard even after 100 where the 182/172 or any other small hot hatch, for that matter struggles. I have no reason to doubt its 155 claimed top speed.
just been taking to my m8 and he ad one 2.5 v6 gsi they been tweeked by motorsport developments about 200 bhp
Nissan 350Z
They do feel more effortless than the clio's, but TBH, its still not the kind of car that has the same effortless in-gear acceleration as a modern turbo diesel at real world speeds.
From 50-70 in 5th, I have to say I found it no quicker than the Clio from 50-70 in 5th. The difference was, at 70 in the Vectra you were still only doing about 2,500 RPM whereas in the Clio its nearer 3500!
Best bet i thought was still to change down a couple of cogs.
TBH, as a motorway muncher, i'd choose the diesel. Its not enough of a drivers car to warrant the probable 20 MPG fuel consumption.
From 50-70 in 5th, I have to say I found it no quicker than the Clio from 50-70 in 5th. The difference was, at 70 in the Vectra you were still only doing about 2,500 RPM whereas in the Clio its nearer 3500!
Best bet i thought was still to change down a couple of cogs.
TBH, as a motorway muncher, i'd choose the diesel. Its not enough of a drivers car to warrant the probable 20 MPG fuel consumption.
mk2 ph1
Engine Size:2498 ccCylinders:60-60 mph:7.4 sPower Output:192 bhpValves:24Torque:262 NmTorque:193 lb/ftTop Speed:148 mph
pretty quick then
Nissan 350Z
Which one was it, the old, crappy "cavalier" vectra or the newer one?
The newer one is a lot quicker. I'd have thought a 182 should keep an older one at bay.
The newer one is a lot quicker. I'd have thought a 182 should keep an older one at bay.
x plate 2000
Nissan 350Z
Old chavalier style then.
So what they might be quick(ish) in a straight line, but they'll plough into the nearest tree as soon as it hits a corner.
So what they might be quick(ish) in a straight line, but they'll plough into the nearest tree as soon as it hits a corner.
MK1 V6 Lutecia / 197
cossie dave said:
Oh....you must have assumed (up until you met the vectra anyway) that the 182 is/was invincible then....:sleepy:
It was probably the new VXR Vectra.....I believe they are on a par with the M3 and RS4....on Top gear a few episodes ago and they are s**t quick!
Its great when you get put in your place though isn't it.
It humbles you.
Especially when its a Vauxhall!
Sadly, you picked the wrong car to try and shake!
Nissan 350Z
^ it wouldnt have been a VXR if it was a 2000 shape one. They only came out this year.
Another fact you must remember - the slipstream effect. If a car is behind you, then they have a huge aerodynamic advantage. I managed to stay behind an ST220 in a standard Fabia vRS just by driving up close behind, up to silly speeds.
Likewise, i had a fairly standard Focus stay right up my chuff when i had a mk2 8v Golf GTI in a similar situation.
Another fact you must remember - the slipstream effect. If a car is behind you, then they have a huge aerodynamic advantage. I managed to stay behind an ST220 in a standard Fabia vRS just by driving up close behind, up to silly speeds.
Likewise, i had a fairly standard Focus stay right up my chuff when i had a mk2 8v Golf GTI in a similar situation.
Nissan 350Z
Dave_W said:
That was me saying they cracked a ton in third, but i was talking about the 2004 shape GSI, but still i concur.
Neil - well, yes... lol
The new Vectra was given a very good review byevo magazine though, even against an STi/wrx/whatever impreza and I think an Evo 9!
The new Vectra was given a very good review byevo magazine though, even against an STi/wrx/whatever impreza and I think an Evo 9!
Nissan 350Z
White16valver said:
Judged by my drive of the GSI, the driving dynamics would have to be massively improved in the VXR version to stand a chance against focused rally machines like the Scooby and Evo.
Clio 172 mk2
pbirkett said:
I think Vauxhall are catching up with the OE Subaru & evo but still not in the same league....especially when the jap cars are modified.
You look at cars like the WRX STi RA and you've got a brutal rally bred car out of the box...not just about all out bhp but things like weight saving, short ratio box, IC spray etc....good technology even in the late 90s
Leon Cupra R 225
Anyone remember the Lotus Carlton?
http://www.lotus-carlton.co.uk/LC0926G/police_lc.htm
That was a rapid car for its time I tell thee....
http://www.lotus-carlton.co.uk/LC0926G/police_lc.htm
That was a rapid car for its time I tell thee....
right guys been takin to this uy seen him at kfc its a v6 lightened fly n throttle body mods 220 bhp at fly176@wheels he reckonks top end 161 on gps scooby slayer
