2007 Opel Vectra vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 6 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 75 kg more than 2013 Volvo C30.
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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vectra. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Vectra | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Vectra | C30 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
