2004 Volvo V70 vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo V70 would be higher. Both 2004 Volvo V70 and 2008 Volvo XC70 are equipped with a 2,521 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volvo V70 | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | V70 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
