1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 414 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2003 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Explorer | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
