2007 Volkswagen Rabbit vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit and 2007 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 253 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit. (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit. 2007 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Volkswagen Rabbit | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | Rabbit | V70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |