2005 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (162 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 3 kg more than 2007 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (280 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (250 Nm). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tacoma | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Tacoma | V70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1649 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
