2002 Vauxhall Vectra vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 177 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (168 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. 2007 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall Vectra has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Vauxhall Vectra | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Vauxhall | Volvo |
Model | Vectra | V70 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |