2008 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 259 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (241 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Jetta | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | Jetta | V70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2480 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |