2005 Vauxhall Vectra vs. 1999 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mustang weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford Mustang 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 1999 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall 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, 1999 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. 1999 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 2005 Vauxhall Vectra has manual transmission. 2005 Vauxhall Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Vauxhall Vectra | 1999 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Vauxhall | Ford |
Model | Vectra | Mustang |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |