2001 Volvo V70 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 9 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 20 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 261 kg more than 2001 Volvo V70.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2001 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volvo V70 | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Volvo | Chevrolet |
| Model | V70 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
