2006 Volvo V70 vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo V70 would be higher. Both 2006 Volvo V70 and 2007 Volvo V70 are equipped with a 2,401 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V70. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V70.
Because 2006 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo V70. 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V70. (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo V70 | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | V70 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
