2007 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC70 (240 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 279 kg more than 2012 Volvo XC70.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volvo XC70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Phaeton | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
