2005 Toyota Highlander vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 205 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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 Highlander (343 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Highlander | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Highlander | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3309 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
