1999 Dodge Avenger vs. 1999 Volvo C70
To start off, both 1999 Dodge Avenger and 1999 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo C70 (165 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Avenger. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo C70 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 Dodge Avenger. 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, 1999 Volvo C70 (220 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Avenger. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Avenger. 1999 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 1999 Dodge Avenger has manual transmission. 1999 Dodge Avenger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Avenger | 1999 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Avenger | C70 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
