1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Explorer | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
