2005 Acura CL vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70.
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, 2007 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura CL | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Acura | Volvo |
Model | CL | V70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |