2007 Jeep Patriot vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Jeep Patriot is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo V70.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2007 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Patriot | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Patriot | V70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
