1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 295 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Explorer | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
