1996 Toyota Cresta vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Cresta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 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 V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Cresta | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Cresta | V50 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |