2009 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 146 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Volvo V70 (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | Tiguan | V70 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |