1999 Opel Vectra vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 14 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1999 Opel Vectra. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 645 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Vectra. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Vectra. 2013 Toyota Sienna 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. 2013 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Vectra | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3030 mm |
