2000 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 Volvo S60 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S60 weights approximately 629 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S60 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 S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corolla | S60 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
