2008 Volkswagen Commercial vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (217 HP) has 109 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 424 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Commercial | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Commercial | V70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 2521 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2580 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
