2005 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 421 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.
Because 2006 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota RAV4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 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, 2006 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm). This means 2006 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota RAV4 | 2006 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | RAV4 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |
