2000 Subaru Legacy vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC70. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
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, 2008 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (319 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Subaru Legacy | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Subaru | Volvo |
Model | Legacy | XC70 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |