2004 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC70. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Prix | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 1667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
