2010 Volvo V70 vs. 2012 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2012 Jeep Liberty is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Liberty.
Because 2012 Jeep Liberty is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Jeep Liberty. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo V70. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo V70 | 2012 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Volvo | Jeep |
| Model | V70 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4493 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1836 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2695 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |
