2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Defender (180 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 61 kg more than 2007 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Defender | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
Model | Defender | V70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3947 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |