1997 Ford Contour vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Vectra weights approximately 261 kg more than 1997 Ford Contour.
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, 1997 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Vectra. (171 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Contour | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Contour | Vectra |
Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1503 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |