2009 Toyota Sienna vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V70. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 165 kg more than 2003 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2003 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Sienna | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Sienna | V70 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3455 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |