2002 Toyota Tundra vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,698 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 600 kg more than 2002 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2002 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (270 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Toyota Tundra | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Toyota | Opel |
Model | Tundra | Vectra |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 270 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 923 kg | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |