2001 Volvo V70 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 11 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2001 Volvo V70. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 63 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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, both vehicles can yield 350 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volvo V70 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
| Model | V70 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
