2001 Toyota Opa vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 Volvo V70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Opa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Opa would be higher. At 2,316 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V70 (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Opa. (150 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Opa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V70 weights approximately 352 kg more than 2001 Toyota Opa. 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, 2004 Volvo V70 (231 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Opa. (202 Nm). This means 2004 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Opa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Opa | 2004 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Opa | V70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
