2001 Volvo V70 vs. 2005 Volvo V40
To start off, 2005 Volvo V40 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V40. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 214 kg more than 2005 Volvo V40. 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, 2001 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V40. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volvo V70 | 2005 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | V70 | V40 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
