2007 Toyota Corolla vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 394 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2001 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Corolla | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Corolla | V70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1364 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |