1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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 V70 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | V70 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3955 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
