2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (228 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC70. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 330 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
