1999 Volkswagen Eurovan vs. 1999 Volvo S70
To start off, both 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan and 1999 Volvo S70 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo S70 (238 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S70 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. 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 S70 (330 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. (279 Nm). This means 1999 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan has automatic transmission and 1999 Volvo S70 has manual transmission. 1999 Volvo S70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan | 1999 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Eurovan | S70 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 2317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2670 mm |
