2006 Opel Vectra vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Opel Vectra. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 2007 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Vectra. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Vectra | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Vectra | S80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
