1994 Land Rover Defender vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC70 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 2,501 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC70 (208 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1994 Land Rover Defender.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (312 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Land Rover Defender | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Defender | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2770 mm |
