2005 Buick Century 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 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 52 kg more than 2005 Buick Century.
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, 2005 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Century | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Century | V70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |