2006 Volvo V70 vs. 2000 Acura EL
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura EL would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V70 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 568 kg more than 2000 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 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 V70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo V70 | 2000 Acura EL | |
| Make | Volvo | Acura |
| Model | V70 | EL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2619 mm |
