2007 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volvo S70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo S70 (238 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 52 kg more than 1997 Volvo S70.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1997 Volvo S70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Passat | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Passat | S70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1552 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
