2006 Land Rover LR3 vs. 2005 Volvo C70
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Volvo C70. (198 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 803 kg more than 2005 Volvo C70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo C70. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover LR3 | 2005 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
Model | LR3 | C70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 1658 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 68 L |