2007 Opel Vectra vs. 2002 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Camry (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 245 kg more than 2002 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, 2007 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Camry. (279 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Opel Vectra 2002 Toyota Camry
Make Opel Toyota
Model Vectra Camry
Year Released 2007 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2958 cc 2995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 180 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 279 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1705 kg 1460 kg
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 70 L


 

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