2000 Volvo S70 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S70 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S70. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 950 kg more than 2000 Volvo S70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volvo S70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S70. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2000 Volvo S70 has manual transmission. 2000 Volvo S70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volvo S70 | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
| Model | S70 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
