2008 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 2009 Volvo C70
To start off, 2009 Volvo C70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo C70 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer significantly more control. 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 Tiguan (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo C70. (236 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan | 2009 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Tiguan | C70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 239 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
