2009 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 758 kg more than 2007 Volvo V70. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Touareg | V70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4921 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
