2000 Toyota Echo vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC70 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Echo. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 944 kg more than 2000 Toyota Echo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Echo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 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, 2010 Volvo XC70 (400 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Echo. (122 Nm). This means 2010 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Echo. 2010 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Echo has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Echo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Toyota Echo | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Echo | XC70 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 400 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1884 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4839 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1603 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2814 mm |