Volvo S60 2005 vs Volvo V70 2004
| 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: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 2.4 Diesel | 2.4 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 185 HP | 163 HP | |
| Torque: | 400 NM | 340 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.7 seconds | 12.3 seconds | |
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Volvo S60 is more dynamic to drive. Volvo S60 engine produces 22 HP more power than Volvo V70, whereas torque is 60 NM more than Volvo V70. Thanks to more power Volvo S60 reaches 100 km/h speed 3.6 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.5 | 8.1 | |
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The Volvo S60 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Volvo S60 consumes 0.6 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volvo V70, which means that by driving the Volvo S60 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 90 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 930 km in combined cycle | 860 km in combined cycle | |
| 1160 km on highway | 1090 km on highway | ||
| Volvo S60 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 480'000 km | 560'000 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 V70 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 5 years | 5 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Volvo V70, Volvo S80, Volvo XC90, Volvo XC70, Volvo XC60 | Installed on at least 6 other car models, including Volvo S80, Volvo S60, Volvo XC90, Volvo XC70, Volvo C30 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Volvo V70 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Volvo S60 2005 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 S60 2005 2.4 engine Volvo V70 2004 2.4 engine: These diesel engines are frequently affected by intake manifold swirl flap seizures. This issue often leads to airflow disruptions and rough engine operation. The actuator for the turbocharger, which relies ... More about Volvo V70 2004 2.4 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.60 m | 4.71 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.49 m | |
| Volvo S60 is 11 cm shorter than the Volvo V70, width is practically the same , while the height of Volvo S60 is 6 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 424 litres | 485 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1034 litres | 1641 litres | |
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Volvo V70 has more luggage space. Volvo S60 has 61 litres less trunk space than the Volvo V70. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Volvo V70 (by 607 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | 11.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Volvo S60 is 0.9 metres less than that of the Volvo V70, which means Volvo S60 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`050 | 2`100 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | average | below average | |
| Average price (€): | 2800 | 2600 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 8.5/10 | 8.1/10 | |
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