2012 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2003 Volvo C70
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo C70 (160 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 130 kg more than 2003 Volvo C70.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo C70. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo C70. 2003 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Passat | 2003 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Passat | C70 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4771 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1516 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2712 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
