2000 Volvo V70 vs. 2005 Volvo C70
To start off, 2005 Volvo C70 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo C70 (198 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo C70 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2000 Volvo V70. 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, 2000 Volvo V70 (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo C70. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volvo V70 | 2005 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | V70 | C70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2459 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
