Is a 2005 Volvo XC70 a good car?
Is a 2005 Volvo XC70 a good car?
Superb seat comfort, extensive array of safety equipment, solid construction, strong brakes, excellent snow vehicle.
How long will a 2005 Volvo xc70 last?
The car could definitely last 300,000 miles but I think another 10-20 grand in repairs would be necessary. Point is, anything can stay on the road 300k miles if you have deep pockets.
Why does a Volvo XC 90 have AWD?
The rear drive shaft incorporates a viscous coupling (Haldex on the new XC-90) and as long as front and rear axles rotate at the same speed the coupling unit would remain inactive and the rear tires receive no torque – they are just rolling along.
What makes a Volvo all wheel drive different?
What makes Volvo different from most all-wheel-drive systems is that all four wheels are not permanently driven. Volvo AWD system is engaged by the Differential Electronic Module (DEM) located under the vehicle when needed. Under regular driving circumstances, only the front wheels are driven.
How does the AWD system work on a Volvo?
Volvo AWD system is engaged by the Differential Electronic Module (DEM) located under the vehicle when needed. Under regular driving circumstances, only the front wheels are driven. When wheel slippage is detected, the computer control unit redirects torque to the rear wheels to compensate for the loss of traction at the front.
Where does the power go in a Volvo?
Primary power goes to the front wheels. The rear drive shaft incorporates a viscous coupling (Haldex on the new XC-90) and as long as front and rear axles rotate at the same speed the coupling unit would remain inactive and the rear tires receive no torque – they are just rolling along.
What kind of AWD does Volvo XC70 D5 have?
The Volvo XC70 D5 is equipped with electronically controlled AWD. The system has been developed in collaboration with one of the pioneers in this field – the Swedish company Haldex. The electronically controlled AWD system is intelligent. It senses what condition the car is in and what the driver wants.
The rear drive shaft incorporates a viscous coupling (Haldex on the new XC-90) and as long as front and rear axles rotate at the same speed the coupling unit would remain inactive and the rear tires receive no torque – they are just rolling along.
What makes Volvo different from most all-wheel-drive systems is that all four wheels are not permanently driven. Volvo AWD system is engaged by the Differential Electronic Module (DEM) located under the vehicle when needed. Under regular driving circumstances, only the front wheels are driven.
Volvo AWD system is engaged by the Differential Electronic Module (DEM) located under the vehicle when needed. Under regular driving circumstances, only the front wheels are driven. When wheel slippage is detected, the computer control unit redirects torque to the rear wheels to compensate for the loss of traction at the front.
