2002 Toyota Caldina vs. 2003 Volvo C70
To start off, 2003 Volvo C70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Volvo C70. (206 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo C70 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 Toyota Caldina.
Because 2002 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo C70. (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Toyota Caldina | 2003 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Caldina | C70 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |