2003 Vauxhall Vectra vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 235 kg more than 2012 Toyota Corolla.
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 (205 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Corolla. 2012 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. 2012 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Vauxhall Vectra | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Vauxhall | Toyota |
Model | Vectra | Corolla |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1466 mm |