2005 Volvo V70 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Eos 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (257 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volvo V70 | 2013 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
| Model | V70 | Eos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
