2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V is newer by 9 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Prius V (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 3250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius V should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 148 kg more than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
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 (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Prius V |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
