1998 Volvo C70 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo C70 (236 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 314 kg more than 1998 Volvo C70.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo C70. (340 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Volvo C70 | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
Model | C70 | Sharan |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2435 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2919 mm |