2003 Volvo V70 vs. 2010 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V70 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2010 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Corolla. 2003 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2010 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2010 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volvo V70 | 2010 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | V70 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
