2004 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2007 Volvo C70
To start off, 2007 Volvo C70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Volvo C70. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C70 weights approximately 77 kg more than 2004 Buick LaCrosse.
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, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (311 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo C70. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LaCrosse | 2007 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | LaCrosse | C70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2650 mm |
