2007 Toyota Yaris vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1262 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 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, 2005 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Yaris | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Yaris | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
