2001 Toyota Avensis vs. 2009 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC70 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC70 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2009 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Volvo XC70 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota Avensis | 2009 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Avensis | XC70 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |