2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2000 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2000 Opel Vectra. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1876 kg more than 2000 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Vectra. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2000 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Excursion | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3216 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2650 mm |
