1998 Toyota Caldina vs. 2002 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2002 Volvo XC90 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2002 Volvo XC90. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 19 kg more than 2002 Volvo XC90. 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Caldina | 2002 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Caldina | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
