2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion 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 2,277 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 1346 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Fusion | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |
