2007 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S60. (167 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 944 kg more than 2004 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Cruiser (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (225 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2004 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2004 Volvo S60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Land Cruiser | S60 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |
