2006 Opel Vectra vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2006 Opel Vectra and 2006 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S60. (139 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 49 kg more than 2006 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, both vehicles can yield 220 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2006 Opel Vectra | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Vectra | S60 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |