1999 Opel Vectra vs. 2000 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avalon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avalon (280 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1999 Opel Vectra. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Opel Vectra. 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, 2000 Toyota Avalon (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Vectra. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Vectra. 2000 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Vectra | 2000 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
