Volvo V70 is more dynamic to drive. Volvo V70 engine produces 55 HP more power than Volkswagen Passat, whereas torque is 90 NM more than Volkswagen Passat. Thanks to more power Volvo V70 reaches 100 km/h speed 2.1 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
7.3
6.5
Real fuel consumption:
7.4 l/100km
6.5 l/100km
The Volkswagen Passat is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Volvo V70 consumes 0.8 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Passat, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Volvo V70 could require 120 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Volvo V70 consumes 0.9 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Passat.
Volvo V70 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 V70 2005 2.4 engine
Dimensions
Length:
4.71 m
4.68 m
Width:
1.80 m
1.75 m
Height:
1.51 m
1.50 m
Volvo V70 is larger. Volvo V70 is 3 cm longer than the Volkswagen Passat, 5 cm wider, while the height of Volvo V70 is 1 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
485 litres
450 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible
1641 litres
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Volvo V70 has more luggage capacity. Volvo V70 has 35 litres more trunk space than the Volkswagen Passat.
Turning diameter:
11.9 meters
11 meters
The turning circle of the Volvo V70 is 0.9 metres more than that of the Volkswagen Passat, which means Volvo V70 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Volvo V70 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Volkswagen Passat has serious deffects in 10 percent more cases than Volvo V70, so Volvo V70 quality is probably slightly better
