2002 Opel Vectra vs. 2000 Volvo V40
To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo V40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo V40 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volvo V40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo V40 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Vectra weights approximately 108 kg more than 2000 Volvo V40.
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, 2000 Volvo V40 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Vectra. (171 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo V40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Vectra | 2000 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Vectra | V40 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1503 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
