2007 Toyota Tundra vs. 2008 Volvo C70
To start off, 2008 Volvo C70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2008 Volvo C70. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo C70.
Because 2007 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo C70. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Tundra | 2008 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Tundra | C70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 424 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 190 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |
