2007 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2007 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (266 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. 2007 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Sharan | V70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
