2006 Toyota Corolla vs. 2009 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Volvo S60 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S60 weights approximately 408 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S60 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, 2009 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Corolla | 2009 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Corolla | S60 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2520 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |