1996 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1996 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1996 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota RAV4 | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | RAV4 | V70 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |