2008 Toyota Sienna vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sienna is newer by 2 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V70. (169 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 239 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sienna.
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, 2008 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V70. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V70. 2008 Toyota Sienna 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. 2008 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Toyota Sienna | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Sienna | V70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |