2003 Vauxhall Vectra vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 145 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall 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, 2008 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. 2008 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. 2008 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Vauxhall Vectra | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Vauxhall | Toyota |
Model | Vectra | Corolla |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |