2007 Ford Territory vs. 2007 Opel Vectra

To start off, both 2007 Ford Territory and 2007 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,982 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (328 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 705 kg more than 2007 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Ford Territory is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory 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, 2007 Ford Territory (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vectra. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vectra. 2007 Ford Territory has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford Territory 2007 Opel Vectra
Make Ford Opel
Model Territory Vectra
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Crossover Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3982 cc 1996 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 328 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 480 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92.3 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.3 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 210 km/hour 230 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.5 seconds 9.1 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2175 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.2 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 61 L