2007 Volvo V70 vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (177 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 419 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (241 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70. 2012 Honda Pilot 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. 2012 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo V70 | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | V70 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
