2007 Land Rover LR3 vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V70. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 409 kg more than 2006 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 LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V70. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover LR3 | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
Model | LR3 | V70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |