2006 Toyota Fortuner vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner is newer by 4 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (235 HP) has 127 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 52 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.
Because 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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 Toyota Fortuner (343 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (164 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Fortuner | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Fortuner | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
