2005 Volvo V70 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (197 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 287 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70. 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 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (265 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volvo V70 | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
| Model | V70 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1752 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
