2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2004 Ford Explorer and 2004 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Explorer (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 207 kg more than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Explorer (382 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (280 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Explorer | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Explorer | Vectra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 382 Nm | 280 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 61 L |