2007 Volkswagen Transporter vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Transporter would be higher. At 2,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 735 kg more than 2008 Volvo V70.
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 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V70. (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Transporter | V70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2344 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
