2008 Opel Vectra vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape 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. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Escape (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vectra. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 48 kg more than 2012 Ford Escape.
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 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Vectra | 2012 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Vectra | Escape |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1657 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
