2008 Toyota Yaris vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Yaris | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Yaris | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
