2005 Proton Impian 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 Proton Impian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Proton Impian would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V70 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Proton Impian. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Impian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 442 kg more than 2005 Proton Impian. 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 Proton Impian. 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, 2006 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Impian. (140 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Impian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Proton Impian | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Proton | Volvo |
| Model | Impian | V70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
