2007 Volvo C70 vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C70 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C70 weights approximately 511 kg more than 2011 Renault Duster. 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 C70 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo C70 | 2011 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Volvo | Renault |
| Model | C70 | Duster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
