2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V70. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V70 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo V70. (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | V70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
