2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 7 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 100 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Vectra | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Vectra | Highlander |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |