2007 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo 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. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo.
Because 2006 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, 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, 2006 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Aveo | V70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
