2011 Audi Q7 vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (225 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 845 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70. 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, 2011 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi Q7 | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | Q7 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2525 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5088 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3002 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
