2002 Opel Vectra vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Because 2011 Ford Ranger 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 2011 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Opel Vectra (251 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Vectra | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Vectra | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3193 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 74 L |
