1998 Volvo C70 vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo C70 (190 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Sienna. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 514 kg more than 1998 Volvo C70.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Volvo C70 (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Sienna. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Sienna. 2011 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1998 Volvo C70 has manual transmission. 1998 Volvo C70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Volvo C70 | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Volvo | Toyota |
Model | C70 | Sienna |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2435 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |