2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 5,398 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 175 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 594 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, 2003 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Vectra | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2169 cc | 5398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1950 mm |
