2005 Volvo V70 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester. 2012 Subaru Forester 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. 2012 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volvo V70 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Volvo | Subaru |
| Model | V70 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
