2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 10 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 586 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
