2006 Opel Vectra vs. 1996 Ford Aspire
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1996 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 525 kg more than 1996 Ford Aspire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Opel Vectra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Vectra | 1996 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Vectra | Aspire |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 37 L |
