2007 Toyota Quantum vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Quantum would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 302 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Quantum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Quantum | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Quantum | S60 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2694 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20.7 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2776 mm |
