2010 Volvo XC70 vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo XC70 would be higher. Both 2010 Volvo XC70 and 2011 Volvo XC90 are equipped with a 3,200 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC90 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC70. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 274 kg more than 2010 Volvo XC70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 320 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 XC70 | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | XC70 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4839 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1603 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2814 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
