2002 Opel Vectra vs. 2004 Volvo V40
To start off, 2004 Volvo V40 is newer by 2 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, 2002 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V40. (169 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Vectra weights approximately 200 kg more than 2004 Volvo V40. 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, 2002 Opel Vectra (300 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo V40. (240 Nm). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Vectra | 2004 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Vectra | V40 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
