2003 Volvo V70 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 10 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 354 kg more than 2003 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Volvo V70 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Volvo | Toyota |
Model | V70 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2521 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |