2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1998 Volvo C70
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo C70 (236 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Audi Q7. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1998 Volvo C70.
Because 2007 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 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 Audi Q7 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo C70. (340 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 1998 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | Q7 | C70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
