2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 628 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (371 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Expedition | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Expedition | Vectra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 60 L |