1996 Toyota Picnic vs. 2006 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC90 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Picnic would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Picnic. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1996 Toyota Picnic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Picnic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Picnic. (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Picnic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Picnic | 2006 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Picnic | XC90 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.2 mm |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |