2012 Volvo XC60 vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 6 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2006 Opel Vectra. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 303 kg more than 2006 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 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, 2012 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Vectra. (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Volvo XC60 | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Volvo | Opel |
Model | XC60 | Vectra |
Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1916 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2748 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |