2005 Toyota Vitz vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Vitz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Vitz would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Vitz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 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, 2008 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Vitz | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Vitz | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |
