Volvo V50 is a more dynamic driving. Volvo V70 engine produces 17 HP less power than Volvo V50, whereas torque is 10 NM less than Volvo V50. Due to the lower power, Volvo V70 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.8 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
7.5
7.0
The Volvo V50 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Volvo V70 consumes 0.5 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volvo V50, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Volvo V70 could require 75 litres more fuel.
Fuel tank capacity:
70 litres
60 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
930 km in combined cycle
850 km in combined cycle
Volvo V70 gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Drive type
Wheel drive type:
All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Front wheel drive (FWD)
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:
4.71 m
4.51 m
Width:
1.80 m
1.77 m
Height:
1.51 m
1.45 m
Volvo V70 is larger. Volvo V70 is 20 cm longer than the Volvo V50, 3 cm wider, while the height of Volvo V70 is 6 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
485 litres
417 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
1641 litres
1307 litres
Volvo V70 has more luggage capacity. Volvo V70 has 68 litres more trunk space than the Volvo V50. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Volvo V70 (by 334 litres).
Turning diameter:
11.6 meters
10.6 meters
The turning circle of the Volvo V70 is 1 metres more than that of the Volvo V50, which means Volvo V70 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
