2008 Opel Vectra vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,174 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 59 kg more than 2008 Opel Vectra.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Vectra | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Vectra | Hilux |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3174 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |