2010 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V70. (169 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 738 kg more than 2006 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V70. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen Touareg | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | Touareg | V70 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4755 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2855 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |