2007 Lexus SC vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2007 Lexus SC and 2007 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus SC (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70.
Because 2007 Lexus SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Lexus SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 SC (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus SC | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Lexus | Volvo |
| Model | SC | V70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
