2006 Opel Vectra vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander

To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Opel Vectra. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 552 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.

Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Vectra. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Vectra. 2007 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Opel Vectra 2007 Toyota Highlander
Make Opel Toyota
Model Vectra Highlander
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3175 cc 3311 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 208 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 301 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.8:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1626 kg 1074 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 72 L


 

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