2007 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1998 Volvo C70
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Volvo C70. (236 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 180 kg more than 1998 Volvo C70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1998 Volvo C70 (340 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Passat | 1998 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Passat | C70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
