2008 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Volvo V70. (139 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.
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 New Beetle (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | New Beetle | V70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | 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 | 150 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
