2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 181 kg more than 2002 Volvo V70.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Volvo V70 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Subaru Legacy | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Subaru | Volvo |
Model | Legacy | V70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2524 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 243 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |