2007 Toyota Corolla vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2007 Toyota Corolla and 2007 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 19 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70. 2007 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Corolla | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corolla | V70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
