2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (210 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V70. (207 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 205 kg more than 2003 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 V70 (320 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm). This means 2003 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Liberty | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Liberty | V70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3686 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 207 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1867 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |
