2005 Toyota Caldina vs. 2010 Volvo V70
To start off, 2010 Volvo V70 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V70 (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Caldina. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo V70 weights approximately 353 kg more than 2005 Toyota Caldina. 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, 2010 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Caldina. (167 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Caldina | 2010 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Caldina | V70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |