2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (121 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 345 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Explorer | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 61 L |
