2007 Volvo S80 vs. 2002 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2002 Holden Vectra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden 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 @ 6200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo S80 | 2002 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Volvo | Holden |
| Model | S80 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
