2003 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 404 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Land Cruiser | S60 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
