2004 Toyota Avalon vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2004 Toyota Avalon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 190 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall 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 Toyota Avalon (279 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (203 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. 2004 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall Vectra has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Avalon | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Avalon | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
