2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2010 Volvo C70
To start off, 2010 Volvo C70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo C70 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 402 kg more than 2010 Volvo C70.
Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo C70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo C70. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2010 Volvo C70 has manual transmission. 2010 Volvo C70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2010 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | C70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |
