2008 Subaru Impreza vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2008 Subaru Impreza 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2008 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Subaru Impreza | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Subaru | Volvo |
Model | Impreza | V70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |