1996 Opel Vectra vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 11 kg more than 2006 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2006 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Vectra | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
