2006 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1998 Volvo C70
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 3,540 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1998 Volvo C70. (236 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo C70 weights approximately 124 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 1998 Volvo C70 (340 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota RAV4 | 1998 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | RAV4 | C70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3540 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
