2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2005 Volvo V70

To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (139 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1228 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.

Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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 Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Land Rover Freelander 2005 Volvo V70
Make Land Rover Volvo
Model Freelander V70
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2179 cc 2521 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 158 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 96 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 16.5:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2708 kg 1480 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1930 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 70 L


 

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