2000 Subaru Impreza vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (295 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V70. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Subaru Impreza | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Subaru | Volvo |
Model | Impreza | V70 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |