2007 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo.
Because 2004 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Aveo | 2004 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Aveo | V70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
