2006 Volvo XC70 vs. 2002 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 Volvo XC90. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 436 kg more than 2006 Volvo XC70.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2002 Volvo XC90 (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo XC70. (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volvo XC70 | 2002 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Volvo | Volvo |
Model | XC70 | XC90 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2524 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93.2 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1678 kg | 2114 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |