1996 Opel Vectra vs. 2006 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2006 Toyota RunX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RunX. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 166 kg more than 2006 Toyota RunX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RunX. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Vectra | 2006 Toyota RunX | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Vectra | RunX |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |