2004 Opel Vectra vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 9 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (152 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 936 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (223 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Vectra | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
