1997 Volvo S70 vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo S70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo S70 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Compass (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S70. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S70 weights approximately 244 kg more than 2012 Jeep Compass.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2012 Jeep Compass (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S70. (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Volvo S70 | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Volvo | Jeep |
| Model | S70 | Compass |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1814 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
