2002 Opel Vectra vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 11 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 3,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Vectra | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Vectra | S60 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2776 mm |
