2007 Subaru Impreza vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V70. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 211 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
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2007 Subaru Impreza | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Subaru | Volvo |
Model | Impreza | V70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |