2010 Volvo V70 vs. 2011 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Volvo V70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo V70 would be higher. Both 2010 Volvo V70 and 2011 Volvo V70 are equipped with a 3,192 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 232 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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 236 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:
| 2010 Volvo V70 | 2011 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | V70 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
