2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2004 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S80. (167 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 27 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra.
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 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S80. (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Vectra | S80 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
