Volvo XC70 2002 vs Volkswagen Passat 1997

 
Volvo XC70
2002 - 2004
Volkswagen Passat
1997 - 2000
Gearbox: AutomaticManual
Engine: 2.4 Diesel1.9 Diesel

Performance

Power: 163 HP90 HP
Torque: 340 NM210 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 11.5 seconds14 seconds
Volvo XC70 is more dynamic to drive.
Volvo XC70 engine produces 73 HP more power than Volkswagen Passat, whereas torque is 130 NM more than Volkswagen Passat. Thanks to more power Volvo XC70 reaches 100 km/h speed 2.5 seconds faster.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 8.55.5
Real fuel consumption: 8.4 l/100km6.0 l/100km
The Volkswagen Passat is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy.
By specification Volvo XC70 consumes 3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Passat, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Volvo XC70 could require 450 litres more fuel.
By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Volvo XC70 consumes 2.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Passat.
Fuel tank capacity: 70 litres62 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 820 km in combined cycle1120 km in combined cycle
1020 km on highway1370 km on highway
830 km with real consumption1030 km with real consumption
Volkswagen Passat gets more mileage on one fuel tank.

Drive type

Wheel drive type: 4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive)Front wheel drive (FWD)

Volvo XC70 has 4x4: Automatic four-wheel drive with torque transfer to rear axle via viscous clutch when front wheels slip. Electronic traction control on front wheels (TRACS), which operates at speeds up to 40 km/h (25 mph)

Volvo XC70 2002 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 XC70 2002 2.4 engine 

Dimensions

Length: 4.73 m4.67 m
Width: 1.86 m1.74 m
Height: 1.56 m1.50 m
Volvo XC70 is larger.
Volvo XC70 is 6 cm longer than the Volkswagen Passat, 12 cm wider, while the height of Volvo XC70 is 6 cm higher.
Trunk capacity: 485 litres495 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
1641 litresno data
Despite its longer length, Volvo XC70 has 10 litres less trunk space than the Volkswagen Passat. This could mean that the Volvo XC70 uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable.
Turning diameter: 11.6 meters11 meters
The turning circle of the Volvo XC70 is 0.6 metres more than that of the Volkswagen Passat, which means Volvo XC70 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): no data1`875
Safety: no data
Quality:
below average

below average
Volvo XC70 has fewer problems.
According to annual technical inspection data Volkswagen Passat has serious deffects in 55 percent more cases than Volvo XC70, so Volvo XC70 quality is probably significantly better
Average price (€): 20001000
Rating in user reviews: 7.9/10 7.3/10
Pros and Cons: Volvo XC70 has
  • more power
  • more dynamic
  • has 4x4 drive
  • fewer faults
  • higher ratings in user reviews
Volkswagen Passat has
  • lower fuel consumption
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • better manoeuvrability
  • lower price
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