2004 Toyota Yaris vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 978 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Yaris | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Yaris | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
