2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo S70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo S70 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S70. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S70 weights approximately 141 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volvo S70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S70. (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S70. 1997 Volvo S70 has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Volvo S70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Subaru Legacy | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
Make | Subaru | Volvo |
Model | Legacy | S70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1653 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |