2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 430 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
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 Opel Vectra (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Vectra | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 57 L |
