1999 Acura EL vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura EL would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1999 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 V70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura EL. 2007 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 1999 Acura EL has manual transmission. 1999 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura EL | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | EL | V70 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1079 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4478 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1704 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1394 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2760 mm |
