2003 Volvo C70 vs. 2010 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2010 Jeep Compass is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo C70 (197 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo C70 weights approximately 137 kg more than 2010 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Volvo C70 (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Compass. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volvo C70 | 2010 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Volvo | Jeep |
| Model | C70 | Compass |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
