2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2006 Volvo C70
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo C70 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1016 kg more than 2006 Volvo C70.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo C70. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 2006 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
Model | Defender | C70 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 190 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |