2002 Toyota Ipsum vs. 2000 Volvo V70
To start off, 2002 Toyota Ipsum is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Ipsum (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo V70 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2002 Toyota Ipsum.
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, 2000 Volvo V70 (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Ipsum. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Ipsum. 2002 Toyota Ipsum has automatic transmission and 2000 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2000 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Ipsum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Ipsum | 2000 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Ipsum | V70 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
