2007 Volvo V70 vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 would be higher. Both 2007 Volvo V70 and 2005 Volvo V70 are equipped with a 2,521 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (139 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 302 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 V70 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo V70 | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | V70 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | 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 | 300 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
