2007 Volvo S60 vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V70 would be higher. Both 2007 Volvo S60 and 2003 Volvo V70 are equipped with a 2,521 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V70. (207 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V70 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 S60 (351 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V70. 2007 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2003 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2003 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo S60 | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | S60 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1637 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
