1999 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2006 Volvo C70
To start off, 2006 Volvo C70 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Passat (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Volvo C70. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo C70 weights approximately 138 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Passat (316 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo C70. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Volkswagen Passat | 2006 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | Passat | C70 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1698 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |