2005 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2011 Volvo C70
To start off, 2011 Volvo C70 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo C70 (227 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Freelander.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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 Volvo C70 (320 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 2011 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Freelander | 2011 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Freelander | C70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
