2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 579 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry. 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 (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Camry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
