2007 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo XC70 would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC70. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 607 kg more than 2005 Volvo XC70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC70. (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Range Rover | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
Model | Range Rover | XC70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4197 cc | 2519 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2292 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 70 L |