2001 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 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-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Vectra weights approximately 418 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
Because 2010 Ford F-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Vectra. (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 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-350 | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Vectra | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 6260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 115 L |
