2001 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1025 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.
Because 2010 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Vectra. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Vectra | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Vectra | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1528 kg | 2553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5885 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 136 L |
