2000 Ford Taurus vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Taurus (201 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vectra. (173 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 79 kg more than 2000 Ford Taurus.
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, 2008 Opel Vectra (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Taurus. (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Taurus. 2000 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Taurus | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Taurus | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
