2009 Volvo XC70 vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC70 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S60. (257 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S60.
Because 2009 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo XC70 (400 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S60. (350 Nm). This means 2009 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volvo XC70 | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | XC70 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
