2007 Opel Vectra vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 161 kg more than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. 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, 2007 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Vectra | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Vectra | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
