2009 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2008 Volvo C70
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo C70 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Volvo C70 (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. 2008 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | 2008 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Jetta | C70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
