2006 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2006 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2006 Pontiac Vibe and 2006 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo C70 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo C70 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Pontiac Vibe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Vibe 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, 2006 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Pontiac Vibe | 2006 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
Model | Vibe | C70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 190 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |