2009 Jeep Liberty vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo S70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo S70 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S70. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 325 kg more than 1997 Volvo S70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volvo S70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty will offer significantly more control. 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 Liberty (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S70. (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Liberty | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Liberty | S70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |
