2012 Lancia Voyager vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2012 Lancia Voyager is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,604 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Voyager (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2002 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 630 kg more than 2002 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lancia Voyager (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lancia Voyager | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Voyager | V70 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3604 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5151 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1999 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
