2001 Opel Vectra vs. 2001 Toyota BB

To start off, both 2001 Opel Vectra and 2001 Toyota BB were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Vectra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Toyota BB. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota BB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Vectra weights approximately 360 kg more than 2001 Toyota BB. 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, 2001 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota BB. (150 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota BB. 2001 Toyota BB has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota BB will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Opel Vectra 2001 Toyota BB
Make Opel Toyota
Model Vectra BB
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 1495 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 114 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 1020 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 3900 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 45 L


 

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