1997 Volvo V90 vs. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo V90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo V90 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1997 Volvo V90. (178 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo V90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 235 kg more than 1997 Volvo V90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo V90. (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo V90. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1997 Volvo V90 has manual transmission. 1997 Volvo V90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Volvo V90 | 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Volvo | Toyota |
Model | V90 | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1811 mm |