2007 Volvo XC90 vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, both 2007 Volvo XC90 and 2007 Volvo XC70 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,921 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC90 (268 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC70. (206 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2007 Volvo XC70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 XC90 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo XC70. (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo XC70. 2007 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo XC70 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo XC70 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo XC90 | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | XC90 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2921 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 206 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
