2003 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 Volvo V70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V70. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 933 kg more than 2004 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo V70. (231 Nm). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | 2004 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Range Rover | V70 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
