2004 Opel Vectra vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 360 kg more than 2004 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (475 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra. 2013 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Vectra | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Vectra | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
