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 2,521 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 207 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 77 kg more than 2007 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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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 | 2521 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |