2001 Toyota Brevis vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC70 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Brevis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Brevis would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Brevis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Brevis (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Volvo XC70. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Brevis should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 128 kg more than 2001 Toyota Brevis.
Because 2006 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Brevis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Volvo XC70 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Brevis. (280 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Brevis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Brevis | 2006 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Brevis | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
