2002 Volvo V70 vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Patriot (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 69 kg more than 2012 Jeep Patriot.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2002 Volvo V70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volvo V70 | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Volvo | Jeep |
| Model | V70 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
