Skoda Superb 2002 vs Volvo XC70 2007
| Body: | Sedan | Estate car / wagon | |
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| The wagon generally has more cargo space due to a larger trunk door opening, a roof that extends as far back as possible, and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into cargo space. Sedans tend to be quieter than wagons due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
| Engine: | 2.5 Diesel | 2.4 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 155 HP | 185 HP | |
| Torque: | 310 NM | 400 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.5 seconds | 9.3 seconds | |
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Volvo XC70 is a more dynamic driving. Skoda Superb engine produces 30 HP less power than Volvo XC70, whereas torque is 90 NM less than Volvo XC70. Due to the lower power, Skoda Superb reaches 100 km/h speed 0.2 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.0 | 7.3 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.9 l/100km | 8.1 l/100km | |
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The Skoda Superb is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Skoda Superb consumes 0.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volvo XC70, which means that by driving the Skoda Superb over 15,000 km in a year you can save 45 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Skoda Superb consumes 1.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volvo XC70. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 62 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 880 km in combined cycle | 950 km in combined cycle | |
| 1140 km on highway | 1140 km on highway | ||
| 890 km with real consumption | 860 km with real consumption | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | 4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive) | |
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Volvo XC70 2007: The car is equipped with Haldex (Generation III up to 2008 and Generation IV since 2008) proactive automatic four-wheel drive. Haldex analyzes data from the ABS control unit and the engine control unit and can increase the pressure on the multi-disc clutch for faster engagement when needed. It has a 100% front to 0% rear torque split when not engaged with a maximum 50/50 torque split. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 370'000 km | 480'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Volvo XC70 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 2 years | 5 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Audi A6, Audi A4 | Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Volvo V70, Volvo S80, Volvo S60, Volvo XC90, Volvo XC60 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Volvo XC70 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Volvo XC70 2007 2.4 engine: The early versions of these engines are known for their reliability and rare failures, which made them popular.
However, engine have several common weaknesses. Intake manifold swirl flaps often seize, and ... More about Volvo XC70 2007 2.4 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.80 m | 4.84 m | |
| Width: | 1.76 m | 1.86 m | |
| Height: | 1.47 m | 1.60 m | |
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Skoda Superb is smaller. Skoda Superb is 4 cm shorter than the Volvo XC70, 10 cm narrower, while the height of Skoda Superb is 13 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | no data | 575 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | 11.8 meters | 11.5 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Skoda Superb is 0.3 metres more than that of the Volvo XC70. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`600 | 2`100 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | average | average | |
| Average price (€): | 1800 | 7000 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 9.0/10 | 8.3/10 | |
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