1999 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C70 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C70 weights approximately 321 kg more than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo C70 (236 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Cherokee | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Cherokee | C70 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
