2006 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo V70. 2002 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Land Cruiser | V70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
