2004 Ford Lynx vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Lynx would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Ford Lynx. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 503 kg more than 2004 Ford Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Lynx. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Lynx | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Lynx | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
