2003 Volvo V70 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 132 kg more than 2003 Volvo V70.
Because 2003 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 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, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volvo V70 | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
| Model | V70 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2919 mm |
