2008 Opel Vectra vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ 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 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vectra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2012 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 643 kg more than 2012 Toyota iQ. 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 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Vectra | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | iQ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1503 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 32 L |
