2005 Volvo V70 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volvo V70 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Volvo | Subaru |
Model | V70 | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2401 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |