2005 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2005 Ford Thunderbird and 2005 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 512 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Thunderbird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (321 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Thunderbird | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Thunderbird | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3932 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
