1994 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2004 Volvo V50
To start off, 2004 Volvo V50 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V50 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1994 Toyota 4Runner. (113 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 Volvo V50.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2004 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Toyota 4Runner | 2004 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | 4Runner | V50 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2366 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |