2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (152 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 554 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Vitz |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
