1996 Ford Aerostar vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Aerostar (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (124 HP @ 3250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 45 kg more than 1996 Ford Aerostar.
Because 1996 Ford Aerostar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ford Aerostar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Aerostar | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Aerostar | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2840 mm |
