2006 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1996 Volvo 440
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 440. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 330 kg more than 1996 Volvo 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volvo 440. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 440. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Tacoma | 1996 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Tacoma | 440 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
