2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1281 kg more than 2007 Volvo V70.
Because 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Mega Cruiser | V70 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 70 L |
