2008 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 319 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Golf | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Golf | V70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
