2001 Opel Vectra vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (235 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Vectra. (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Vectra | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
