1999 Ford Ka vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Ka would be higher. At 2,169 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1999 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 680 kg more than 1999 Ford Ka. 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Ka | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Ka | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
