2006 Toyota Highlander vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 214 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (302 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Highlander | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Highlander | V70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |