2008 Subaru Legacy vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 72 kg more than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
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, 2005 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy. 2008 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2005 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2005 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Subaru Legacy | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Subaru | Volvo |
Model | Legacy | V70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2519 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |