1997 Toyota Venture vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1997 Toyota Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 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, 2008 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Venture. 2008 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Venture has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Venture will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Venture | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Venture | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1810 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
