2006 Pontiac GTO vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70.
Because 2006 Pontiac GTO is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Pontiac GTO (543 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Pontiac GTO | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
Model | GTO | V70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |