2002 Toyota Corolla vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 364 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Toyota Corolla | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Corolla | V70 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |