2001 Volvo V70 vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2001 Volvo V70. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 618 kg more than 2001 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 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, 2001 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volvo V70 | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Volvo | Hummer |
| Model | V70 | H3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 2202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
