2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (152 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Vectra | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Vectra | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 224 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 56 L |