2004 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2005 Opel Vectra

To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 226 kg more than 2005 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, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (383 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (370 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Toyota 4Runner 2005 Opel Vectra
Make Toyota Opel
Model 4Runner Vectra
Year Released 2004 2005
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3950 cc 2958 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 245 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 383 Nm 370 Nm
Engine Bore Size 94 mm 87.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95 mm 82 mm
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1839 kg 1613 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 87 L 61 L


 

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