2011 Volvo XC70 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC70 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 12 kg more than 2011 Volvo XC70.
Because 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo XC70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2011 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo XC70 | 2003 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Volvo | Vauxhall |
| Model | XC70 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1808 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4839 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1603 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2814 mm | 2710 mm |
