2007 Lexus LS vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC70 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Lexus LS. (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LS weights approximately 21 kg more than 2010 Volvo XC70.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 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 Lexus LS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC70. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LS | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Lexus | Volvo |
| Model | LS | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2814 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 70 L |
