2005 Land Rover LR3 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 LR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover LR3 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 721 kg more than 2011 Volvo C70.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 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 LR3 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 LR3 (427 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo C70. (350 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover LR3 | 2011 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | LR3 | C70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 60 L |
