2005 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2009 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Volvo V70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pontiac Vibe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac Vibe would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (170 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
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, 2009 Volvo V70 (236 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (172 Nm). This means 2009 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. 2009 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2005 Pontiac Vibe has manual transmission. 2005 Pontiac Vibe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Vibe | 2009 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Vibe | V70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
