1996 Ford Taurus vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2001 Opel Vectra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Taurus (235 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Taurus weights approximately 107 kg more than 2001 Opel Vectra. 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, 1996 Ford Taurus (312 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Taurus | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Taurus | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |
