2007 Volvo V70 vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2007 Volvo V70 and 2007 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC90 (206 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (177 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 426 kg more than 2007 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 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 XC90 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (241 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70. 2007 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Volvo V70 | 2007 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Volvo | Volvo |
Model | V70 | XC90 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 1982 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |