2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2002 Volvo C70
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo C70 (162 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (147 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 464 kg more than 2002 Volvo C70.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo C70. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo C70. 2005 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2002 Volvo C70 has manual transmission. 2002 Volvo C70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 2002 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Cherokee | C70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 1400 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
