2007 Toyota Hilux vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2007 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux. 2008 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Hilux | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Hilux | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2694 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
