2001 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2007 Volvo C70
To start off, 2007 Volvo C70 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C70 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 12 kg more than 2007 Volvo C70.
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, 2007 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. 2007 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 2001 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2001 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volkswagen Sharan | 2007 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Sharan | C70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
