2010 Volvo XC70 vs. 2010 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2010 Volvo XC70 and 2010 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2010 Volvo XC70.
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 Volvo XC90 (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC70. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC70. 2010 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 2010 Volvo XC90 has manual transmission. 2010 Volvo XC90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo XC70 | 2010 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | XC70 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4838 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1604 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2815 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
