2002 Toyota Tundra vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 109 kg more than 2008 Volvo V70.
Because 2002 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra 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, 2008 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Tundra. 2008 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Tundra has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Tundra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Toyota Tundra | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Tundra | V70 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3400 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2760 mm |