2007 Toyota Aygo vs. 1999 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Toyota Aygo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,318 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo V70 (236 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo V70 weights approximately 635 kg more than 2007 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Volvo V70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Aygo | 1999 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Aygo | V70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3405 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1615 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 68 L |
