2004 Toyota Sienna vs. 1999 Volvo C70
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sienna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sienna (194 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Volvo C70. (165 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 330 kg more than 1999 Volvo C70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Toyota Sienna (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo C70. (220 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Sienna | 1999 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Sienna | C70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2800 mm |
