2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2002 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Toledo (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 437 kg more than 2002 Seat Toledo.
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, 2003 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Toledo. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Toledo. 2003 Opel Vectra has automatic transmission and 2002 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 2002 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 2002 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Vectra | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1327 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
