1997 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 361 kg more than 2007 Volvo V70.
Because 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Land Cruiser | V70 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3378 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 303 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |