2007 Volvo S60 vs. 2009 Volvo C70

To start off, 2009 Volvo C70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Volvo C70. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo C70.

Because 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 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 (351 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo C70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo C70. 2007 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2009 Volvo C70 has manual transmission. 2009 Volvo C70 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 2009 Volvo C70
Make Volvo Volvo
Model S60 C70
Year Released 2007 2009
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2521 cc 2519 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 295 HP 227 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5000 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 93.2 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.8 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.5 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 62 L


 

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