2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2006 Volvo C70
To start off, 2006 Volvo C70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Volvo C70. (197 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo C70 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2003 Buick Blackhawk.
Because 2003 Buick Blackhawk is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Buick Blackhawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo C70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo C70. (270 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Blackhawk | 2006 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Blackhawk | C70 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 692 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1657 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2670 mm |
