2006 Volvo V70 vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V70. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 89 kg more than 2012 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2006 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota RAV4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 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 V70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota RAV4. 2012 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2006 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2006 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Volvo V70 | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Volvo | Toyota |
Model | V70 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2401 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |