2006 Lexus LX vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Lexus LX is newer by 1 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus LX (275 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 83 kg more than 2006 Lexus LX.
Because 2006 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LX 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, 2006 Lexus LX (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus LX | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Lexus | Opel |
| Model | LX | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 61 L |
