2007 Opel Vectra vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 6 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, 2013 Ford Fusion (234 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 145 kg more than 2013 Ford Fusion.
Because 2013 Ford Fusion is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion 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 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fusion. (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Vectra | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Opel | Ford |
Model | Vectra | Fusion |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
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 | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4869 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2121 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |