2002 Opel Vectra vs. 2003 Volvo C70
To start off, 2003 Volvo C70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo C70 (241 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo C70 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2002 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, 2003 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Vectra. (300 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Vectra | 2003 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Vectra | C70 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 68 L |
