2008 Ford Fusion vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 379 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion.
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, 2003 Opel Vectra (221 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fusion | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Fusion | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
