2001 Opel Vectra vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Vectra weights approximately 135 kg more than 2006 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2006 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia 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 Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Vectra. (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
