2007 Acura RDX vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 2 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RDX | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Acura | Volvo |
Model | RDX | V70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |