2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 555 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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 (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (91 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Vectra | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Vectra | Yaris |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 66.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |