2005 Ford Escape vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 1 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Opel Vectra.
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, 2004 Opel Vectra (220 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escape | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.5 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 61 L |
