2005 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 849 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 Sequoia 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 Sequoia 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 Sequoia (427 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (301 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Sequoia | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Sequoia | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |
