2002 Opel Vectra vs. 2006 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 4 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. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra.

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, 2006 Toyota Camry (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Vectra.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Opel Vectra 2006 Toyota Camry
Make Opel Toyota
Model Vectra Camry
Year Released 2002 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2198 cc 2360 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 143 HP 157 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 203 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 88.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94.6 mm 96 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 70 L


 

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