2006 Ford Escape vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1999 Opel Vectra. (81 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Vectra. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escape | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
