2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 261 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70. 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (454 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (401 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Commander | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Jeep | Volvo |
Model | Commander | V70 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1782 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |