2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla

To start off, both 2005 Opel Vectra and 2005 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 313 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.

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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (171 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 Corolla
Make Opel Toyota
Model Vectra Corolla
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 1786 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 120 HP 130 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 171 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1157 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1490 mm


 

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