2003 Vauxhall Vectra vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 396 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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 Vauxhall Vectra (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (157 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 2002 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2003 Vauxhall Vectra has manual transmission. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Vauxhall Vectra | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
