1994 Opel Calibra vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 3,308 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1994 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 150 kg more than 1994 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Opel Calibra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Calibra | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Calibra | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
