2005 Marcos TSO vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Marcos TSO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Marcos TSO would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (475 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V70. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 477 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
Because 2006 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Marcos TSO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 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, 2005 Marcos TSO (535 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V70. (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TSO | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Marcos | Volvo |
| Model | TSO | V70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 475 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 535 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
