2001 Opel Vectra vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 10 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 46 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.
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, 2001 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Vectra | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Vectra | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1528 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |
