2008 Toyota Previa vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2008 Toyota Previa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V50 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Previa. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Previa weights approximately 291 kg more than 2006 Volvo V50.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 V50 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Previa. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Previa | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Previa | V50 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |