2008 Opel Vectra vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (154 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 539 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Opel Vectra (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Vectra | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 2358 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
