2001 Toyota Avensis vs. 2001 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2001 Toyota Avensis and 2001 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo C70 (165 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo C70 weights approximately 198 kg more than 2001 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2001 Volvo C70 (217 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm). This means 2001 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis. 2001 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2001 Volvo C70 has manual transmission. 2001 Volvo C70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Avensis | 2001 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Avensis | C70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
