2008 Opel Vectra vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, both 2008 Opel Vectra and 2008 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vectra. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
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 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vectra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Vectra | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Vectra | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |