2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2010 Scion tC is newer by 5 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Scion tC (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 92 kg more than 2010 Scion tC.
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, 2010 Scion tC (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Vectra | 2010 Scion tC | |
| Make | Opel | Scion |
| Model | Vectra | tC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
