2005 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 559 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota 4Runner | 2003 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | 4Runner | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1844 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
