1998 Toyota Caldina vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 15 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 371 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Volvo S60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota Caldina | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Caldina | S60 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2776 mm |