2005 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1998 Volvo V90
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo V90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo V90 would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (200 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Volvo V90. (177 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo V90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo V90 weights approximately 675 kg more than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volvo V90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (273 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo V90. (260 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo V90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1998 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Land Cruiser | V90 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1615 kg |
