2002 Opel Vectra vs. 2009 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2009 Toyota Avalon is newer by 7 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Avalon 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, 2002 Opel Vectra (251 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Avalon. (248 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Avalon. 2009 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2002 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2002 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Vectra | 2009 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
