2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 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 V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra. 2007 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Opel Vectra | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Vectra | V50 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |