2003 Volvo C70 vs. 2011 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 8 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Volvo C70. (206 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2003 Volvo C70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Land Rover LR2 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR2 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, 2011 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo C70. (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Volvo C70 | 2011 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Volvo | Land Rover |
Model | C70 | LR2 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2401 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4496 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1908 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |