2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, both 2005 Opel Vectra and 2005 Toyota 4Runner were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 585 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.
Because 2005 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (435 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (265 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Vectra | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 87 L |
