2002 Volvo V70 vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2002 Volvo V70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 171 kg more than 2002 Volvo V70.
Because 2002 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 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, 2002 Volvo V70 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 75. (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volvo V70 | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Volvo | Rover |
| Model | V70 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2524 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1399 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
