2005 Toyota Crown vs. 1997 Volvo C70
To start off, 2005 Toyota Crown is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Crown (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1997 Volvo C70. (190 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Crown weights approximately 100 kg more than 1997 Volvo C70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Crown (294 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo C70. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Crown | 1997 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Crown | C70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
