2008 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (256 HP) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Touareg | V70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
