1999 Toyota Yaris vs. 2011 Volvo XC60

To start off, 2011 Volvo XC60 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 2,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 956 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris.

Because 2011 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Yaris. 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 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (131 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Yaris. 2011 Volvo XC60 has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Yaris 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.

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1999 Toyota Yaris 2011 Volvo XC60
Make Toyota Volvo
Model Yaris XC60
Year Released 1999 2011
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1364 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 84 HP 0 HP
Torque 131 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 1400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 965 kg 1921 kg
Vehicle Length 3620 mm 4628 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1712 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2748 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 70 L