2005 Ford E-150 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 2 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 793 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (370 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-150 | 2003 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | E-150 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1510 mm |
