2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 2009 Volvo C70
To start off, 2009 Volvo C70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo C70 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2009 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Corolla | 2009 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Corolla | C70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2519 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |