2005 Ford Escape vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 23 kg more than 2007 Opel Vectra. 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 (220 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (206 Nm). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escape | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |
