2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2011 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2011 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 8 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (152 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 26 kg more than 2011 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2011 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Vectra | 2011 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Vectra | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |