2000 Toyota Mark II vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2002 Volvo V70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Mark II. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 182 kg more than 2000 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2002 Volvo V70 (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Mark II. 2000 Toyota Mark II has automatic transmission and 2002 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2002 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Mark II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Mark II | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Mark II | V70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
