1994 Rover Range Rover vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 is newer by 14 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC70 (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1994 Rover Range Rover. (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 483 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Volvo XC70 (542 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover Range Rover. (271 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Range Rover | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
