2005 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC70. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 560 kg more than 2011 Volvo XC70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Range Rover (441 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC70. (440 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Range Rover | 2011 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
Model | Range Rover | XC70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
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 | 282 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 441 Nm | 440 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2815 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |