2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 354 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Volvo V70 (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Compass | V70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 66 L |
