2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 3250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 163 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry.
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 (280 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (221 Nm). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Camry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.5 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
