2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 21 kg more than 2013 Volvo X670.
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, 2013 Volvo X670 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. 2013 Volvo X670 has automatic transmission and 2008 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2008 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volvo X670 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Jeep Wrangler | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
Make | Jeep | Volvo |
Model | Wrangler | X670 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1949 kg | 1928 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2815 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |