2005 Toyota Avensis vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 213 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Avensis | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Avensis | S60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
