2005 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 8 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2013 Volvo XC60. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 49 kg more than 2013 Volvo XC60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volvo XC60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (383 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo XC60. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tacoma | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Tacoma | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
