2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1638 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 2010 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (165 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Vectra | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Vectra | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 6253 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2029 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 115 L |
