2006 Volvo V70 vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 13 kg more than 2006 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volvo V70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo V70 | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Volvo | Xedos |
| Model | V70 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
