2002 Volvo V70 vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Toyota iQ is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2009 Toyota iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 780 kg more than 2009 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota iQ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Volvo V70 (291 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volvo V70 | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | V70 | iQ |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 32 L |
