2006 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1998 Volvo C70
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo C70 (236 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 505 kg more than 1998 Volvo C70.
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, 1998 Volvo C70 (340 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Voyager | 1998 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Voyager | C70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
