2011 Ford F-250 vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra.
Because 2011 Ford F-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford F-250 | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | F-250 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 548 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 6269 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1966 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3967 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 53 L |
