2004 Opel Vectra vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 5 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (165 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Toyota Yaris. 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 (266 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (103 Nm @ 4299 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Vectra | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4299 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
