1998 Toyota Camry vs. 2011 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC60 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Camry. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 559 kg more than 1998 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Camry. (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Camry. 2011 Volvo XC60 has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Camry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Camry | 2011 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Camry | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1934 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2748 mm |
