2001 Opel Vectra vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2001 Opel Vectra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Vectra weights approximately 230 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avensis.
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, 2001 Opel Vectra (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Vectra | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
