2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1999 Volvo S70
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volvo S70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo S70 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo S70 (238 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S70 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volvo S70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S70. (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S70.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Discovery | 1999 Volvo S70 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
Model | Discovery | S70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2317 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 58 L |