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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2012 Toyota iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 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 845 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 (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 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 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3051 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 32 L |