2010 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 12 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Tiguan | V70 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4427 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1687 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
