2012 Toyota Sienna vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 344 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70.
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, 2005 Volvo V70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Toyota Sienna | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Sienna | V70 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2700 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5085 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1765 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |