Volvo V70 2007 vs Subaru Outback 2009
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.4 Diesel | 2.5 Petrol | |
| Diesel (Volvo V70) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Subaru Outback) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 185 HP | 167 HP | |
| Torque: | 400 NM | 229 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds | |
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Volvo V70 is more dynamic to drive. Volvo V70 engine produces 18 HP more power than Subaru Outback, whereas torque is 171 NM more than Subaru Outback. Thanks to more power Volvo V70 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.7 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.5 | 8.6 | |
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The Volvo V70 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Volvo V70 consumes 2.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Subaru Outback, which means that by driving the Volvo V70 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 315 litres of fuel. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Volvo V70 2007 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 2007 2.4 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.82 m | 4.78 m | |
| Width: | 1.86 m | 1.82 m | |
| Height: | 1.54 m | 1.61 m | |
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Volvo V70 is larger, but lower. Volvo V70 is 5 cm longer than the Subaru Outback, 4 cm wider, while the height of Volvo V70 is 7 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 575 litres | 526 litres | |
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Volvo V70 has more luggage capacity. Volvo V70 has 49 litres more trunk space than the Subaru Outback. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.7 meters | 11.2 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Volvo V70 is 0.5 metres more than that of the Subaru Outback, which means Volvo V70 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | no data | no data | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 4400 | 5000 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 7.9/10 | 7.6/10 | |
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