2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2006 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2006 Seat Toledo is newer by 3 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Toledo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 219 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Seat Toledo (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (205 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 2006 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Vectra | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
