2008 Acura TL vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V70. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V70 weights approximately 308 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo V70. (231 Nm). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2004 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | TL | V70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
