2001 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (169 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (168 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 144 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. 2007 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2001 Volkswagen Bora has manual transmission. 2001 Volkswagen Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volkswagen Bora | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Bora | V70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2324 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
