2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,734 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (171 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Vitara | V70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2734 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
