Volvo V70 is more dynamic to drive. Volvo V70 engine produces 99 HP more power than Volvo 850, whereas torque is 140 NM more than Volvo 850. Thanks to more power Volvo V70 reaches 100 km/h speed 4.1 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
11.2
8.9
Real fuel consumption:
12.2 l/100km
9.8 l/100km
The Volvo 850 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Volvo V70 consumes 2.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volvo 850, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Volvo V70 could require 345 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Volvo V70 consumes 2.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volvo 850.
Both cars are similar in size. Volvo V70 is 1 cm longer than the Volvo 850, width is practically the same also the height of the cars does not differ significantly.
Trunk capacity:
420 litres
420 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible
1580 litres
1580 litres
Turning diameter:
no data
10.6 meters
Gross weight:
1`970 kg
1`970 kg
Net weight:
1`470 kg
1`412 kg
Load capacity:
500 kg
558 kg
Volvo V70 load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 12 procentiem less than Volvo 850. Therefore, Volvo 850 is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads.
