2004 Opel Vectra vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 145 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (328 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (321 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Vectra | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
