2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avalon 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 86 kg more than 2010 Toyota Avalon.
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 (371 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Vectra | 2010 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Vectra | Avalon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 371 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2819 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |