2002 Opel Vectra vs. 2005 Toyota RunX

To start off, 2005 Toyota RunX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Vectra would be higher. Both 2002 Opel Vectra and 2005 Toyota RunX are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RunX (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Vectra weights approximately 206 kg more than 2005 Toyota RunX.

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, 2002 Opel Vectra (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RunX. (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RunX.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Opel Vectra 2005 Toyota RunX
Make Opel Toyota
Model Vectra RunX
Year Released 2002 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 100 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 146 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.5 mm 81.5 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1340 kg 1134 kg
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2750 mm


 

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