2002 Rover 75 vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC70 (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2002 Rover 75. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2002 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 157 kg more than 2002 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 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, 2008 Volvo XC70 (542 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Rover 75 | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Rover | Volvo |
Model | 75 | XC70 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |