2004 Opel Vectra vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 Opel 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Vectra | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Vectra | Avensis |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.3 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |