Volvo S70 and Volvo 850 have the same engine power, the torque is the same for both cars.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
10.1
9.4
Real fuel consumption:
10.9 l/100km
10.1 l/100km
The Volvo 850 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Volvo S70 consumes 0.7 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volvo 850, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Volvo S70 could require 105 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Volvo S70 consumes 0.8 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volvo 850.
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
Engine production duration:
5 years
5 years
Dimensions
Length:
4.72 m
4.67 m
Width:
1.76 m
1.76 m
Height:
1.39 m
1.41 m
Both cars are similar in size. Volvo S70 is 5 cm longer than the Volvo 850, width is practically the same , while the height of Volvo S70 is 2 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
470 litres
445 litres
Volvo S70 has more luggage capacity. Volvo S70 has 25 litres more trunk space than the Volvo 850.
Turning diameter:
10.2 meters
10.6 meters
The turning circle of the Volvo S70 is 0.4 metres less than that of the Volvo 850, which means Volvo S70 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg):
1`600
1`800
Safety:
no data
Quality:
Volvo S70 has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Volvo 850, so Volvo S70 quality could be a bit better.
