2006 Ford Explorer vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Ford Explorer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Because 2006 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Explorer 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 Explorer (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (221 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Explorer | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Explorer | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
