2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 291 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy. 2007 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Subaru Legacy | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Subaru | Volvo |
Model | Legacy | V70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |