2002 Opel Vectra vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Vectra (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Vectra weights approximately 255 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla. 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, both vehicles can yield 150 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Vectra | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2480 mm |
