2005 Toyota Camry vs. 2003 Volvo C70
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo C70 (242 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (159 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo C70 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry. 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, 2003 Volvo C70 (320 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm). This means 2003 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Camry | 2003 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Camry | C70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |