2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 322 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Vectra | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Vectra | Corolla |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |