2006 Toyota Fortuner vs. 2008 Volvo C70
To start off, 2008 Volvo C70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Fortuner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Fortuner would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (235 HP) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Volvo C70. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C70 weights approximately 407 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.
Because 2006 Toyota Fortuner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (343 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo C70. (270 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Fortuner | 2008 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Fortuner | C70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1657 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
