2007 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (178 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 681 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Sequoia | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Sequoia | V70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
