2005 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC70 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC70. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 94 kg more than 2007 Volvo XC70. 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 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo XC70. (340 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tacoma | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Tacoma | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
