1996 Toyota Corolla vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC90 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC90 (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1996 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 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, 2007 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Corolla | 2007 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corolla | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
