2007 Volvo C70 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 Volvo C70. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C70 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo C70. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volvo C70 | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Volvo | Subaru |
Model | C70 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2435 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |