2007 Volvo S60 vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Volvo V70. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 101 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60.
Because 2001 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 S60 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo V70. (292 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo S60 | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | S60 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1539 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
