2005 Pontiac GTO 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 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V70. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 4 kg more than 2006 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac GTO. 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 Pontiac GTO (536 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V70. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac GTO | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | GTO | V70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
