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.
Volvo V70 is more dynamic to drive. Volvo V70 engine produces 10 HP more power than Volvo S60, whereas torque is 10 NM more than Volvo S60. Thanks to more power Volvo V70 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.3 seconds faster.
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
Engine production duration:
6 years
6 years
Engine spread:
Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Volvo S80, Volvo 850, Volvo S70
Used also on Volvo S80
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.
Dimensions
Length:
4.71 m
4.58 m
Width:
1.80 m
1.80 m
Height:
1.49 m
1.43 m
Volvo V70 is 13 cm longer than the Volvo S60, width is practically the same , while the height of Volvo V70 is 6 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
485 litres
424 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible
1641 litres
1034 litres
Volvo V70 has more luggage capacity. Volvo V70 has 61 litres more trunk space than the Volvo S60. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Volvo V70 (by 607 litres).
Turning diameter:
10.9 meters
11 meters
The turning circle of the Volvo V70 is 0.1 metres less than that of the Volvo S60.
Gross weight:
2`150 kg
2`030 kg
Net weight:
1`555 kg
1`600 kg
Load capacity:
595 kg
430 kg
Volvo V70 load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 28 procentiem more than Volvo S60. Therefore, Volvo V70 is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads.
