2009 Volvo V70 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V70 (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo V70 weights approximately 374 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volvo V70 | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
| Model | V70 | Touran |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
