2005 Volvo V70 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 371 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. 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 2004 Volkswagen Passat. 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 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. 2004 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2005 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2005 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volvo V70 | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
| Model | V70 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2519 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1309 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
