2003 Toyota Allion vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC90 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Allion would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC90 (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Allion. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 906 kg more than 2003 Toyota Allion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Allion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 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 XC90 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Allion. (150 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Allion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Allion | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Allion | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.7 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
