2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2006 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2006 Toyota RunX 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RunX. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 485 kg more than 2006 Toyota RunX. 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 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RunX. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 2006 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | RunX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
