2005 Ford Fiesta 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 Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 524 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. 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 (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Fiesta | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1490 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
