2006 Subaru Forester vs. 2008 Volvo C70
To start off, 2008 Volvo C70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Volvo C70. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C70 weights approximately 59 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo C70. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo C70. 2008 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Subaru Forester | 2008 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Subaru | Volvo |
Model | Forester | C70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |