1997 Volvo S70 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo S70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo S70 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volvo S70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo S70 (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Touran.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Touran (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S70. (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Volvo S70 | 2010 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
| Model | S70 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
