2008 Opel Vectra vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Vectra would be higher. Both 2008 Opel Vectra and 2012 Ford C-Max are equipped with a 1,596 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford C-Max (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vectra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 Opel Vectra. 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, 2012 Ford C-Max (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Vectra | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Vectra | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2788 mm |
