2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 is newer by 6 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1037 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Volvo XC90 (440 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 2011 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corolla | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
