2005 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz B and 2005 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (197 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 163 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Volvo V70 (280 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. (140 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. 2005 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2005 Mercedes-Benz B has manual transmission. 2005 Mercedes-Benz B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz B | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | B | V70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1465 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
