2008 Opel Vectra vs. 2008 Toyota Auris
To start off, both 2008 Opel Vectra and 2008 Toyota Auris were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Auris. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Auris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 Toyota Auris. 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 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Auris. (130 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Auris.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Vectra | 2008 Toyota Auris | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Vectra | Auris |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |