2005 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1998 Volvo S80

To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 271 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4. 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, 1998 Volvo S80 (260 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Toyota RAV4 1998 Volvo S80
Make Toyota Volvo
Model RAV4 S80
Year Released 2005 1998
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2360 cc 2922 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 224 Nm 260 Nm
Engine Bore Size 89.1 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 97 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1314 kg 1585 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 7.8 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9.8 L/100km 9.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 15.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 56 L 80 L


 

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