2005 Rover 25 vs. 2007 Volvo C70
To start off, 2007 Volvo C70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 25 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C70 (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Rover 25. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C70 weights approximately 562 kg more than 2005 Rover 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Rover 25 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo C70. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 25 | 2007 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 25 | C70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
