2007 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 4 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 360 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Sequoia | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Sequoia | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 274 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1510 mm |
