2002 Skoda Superb vs. 2002 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2002 Skoda Superb and 2002 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo C70 (162 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Superb. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Superb weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Superb. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Superb.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Skoda Superb | 2002 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Skoda | Volvo |
Model | Superb | C70 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
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 | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |