2003 Vauxhall Vectra vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1366 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford Expedition 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 2012 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. 2012 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2003 Vauxhall Vectra has manual transmission. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Vauxhall Vectra | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Vauxhall | Ford |
Model | Vectra | Expedition |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2651 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1974 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3327 mm |