1996 Toyota Cresta vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Toyota Cresta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Cresta (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. 1996 Toyota Cresta has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall Vectra has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Cresta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Cresta | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Cresta | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
