2002 Opel Vectra vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 2002 Opel Vectra (251 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Opel Vectra | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Vectra | Caldina |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |