2003 Vauxhall Vectra vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 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 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Vauxhall Vectra | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volvo |
| Model | Vectra | V70 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| 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 | 121 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
