2005 Volvo V70 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 199 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volvo V70 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Volvo | Chevrolet |
| Model | V70 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1244 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
