2009 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2008 Volvo C70
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 Volvo C70. (197 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C70 weights approximately 302 kg more than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo C70. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota RAV4 | 2008 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | RAV4 | C70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3546 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1657 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
