2007 Opel Vectra vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC60 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2007 Opel Vectra. 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, 2007 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC60. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Vectra | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Vectra | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
