2006 Toyota Camry vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Camry (268 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (229 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Camry | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Camry | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2172 cc |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 268 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
