2008 Volvo V70 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volvo V70 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Volvo | Subaru |
| Model | V70 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1528 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2615 mm |
