2005 Toyota Matrix vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2005 Toyota Matrix and 2005 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Matrix. (123 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Toyota Matrix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (320 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Matrix. (161 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Matrix | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Matrix | V70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |