2002 Vauxhall Vectra vs. 2010 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mustang weights approximately 173 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall 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 Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (301 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | 2010 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Ford |
| Model | Vectra | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1603 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
