2008 Volvo V70 vs. 2008 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2008 Volvo V70 and 2008 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2008 Volvo C70. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo C70.
Because 2008 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo C70. (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volvo V70 | 2008 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Volvo | Volvo |
Model | V70 | C70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |