2009 Volkswagen Caravelle vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. (316 Nm @ 2950 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Caravelle | V70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2950 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
