2006 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC90. (208 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 740 kg more than 2006 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2005 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Sequoia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 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 Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC90. (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Sequoia | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Sequoia | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 99 L | 72 L |
