2008 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz R and 2008 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V70. (168 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V70.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V70. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | R | V70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
