1994 Rover Range Rover vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC70 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1994 Rover Range Rover. (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 380 kg more than 2007 Volvo XC70.
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, 2007 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover Range Rover. (271 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover Range Rover | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Range Rover | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
