2002 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 68 kg more than 2002 Ford Mustang.
Because 2002 Ford Mustang 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 2002 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2002 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vectra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Mustang | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mustang | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
