2009 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 2 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 698 kg more than 2007 Volvo V70.
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, 2007 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Polo | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Polo | V70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
