2009 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1999 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo V70 (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Cherokee. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 305 kg more than 1999 Volvo V70.
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, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo V70. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Cherokee | 1999 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Cherokee | V70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
