2010 Volvo S60 vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2010 Volvo S60 is newer by 3 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S60 weights approximately 246 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.
Because 2010 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vectra. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo S60 | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Volvo | Opel |
| Model | S60 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 61 L |
