2011 Volvo XC70 vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Astra would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC70 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 676 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 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, 2011 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo XC70 | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Volvo | Opel |
| Model | XC70 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4839 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1603 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2814 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
