2005 Toyota Avensis vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 is newer by 3 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 2,501 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S60 (209 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S60 weights approximately 93 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, 2008 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis. 2008 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Toyota Avensis | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Avensis | S60 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |