2007 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2000 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1108 kg more than 2000 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo V70. (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Discovery | 2000 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
Model | Discovery | V70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |