2003 Holden Statesman vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Statesman (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC70. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 134 kg more than 2003 Holden Statesman.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 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, 2003 Holden Statesman (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC70. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Statesman | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Statesman | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2814 mm |
