2007 Volvo XC70 vs. 2011 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 200 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo XC70 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Chrysler 200. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chrysler 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler 200 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2007 Volvo XC70.
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, 2007 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler 200. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo XC70 | 2011 Chrysler 200 | |
| Make | Volvo | Chrysler |
| Model | XC70 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1667 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4948 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
