2005 Volvo XC70 vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo XC70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC70 (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC70. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo XC70.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2005 Volvo XC70 | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Volvo | Volvo |
Model | XC70 | XC70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2435 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |