2007 Toyota Yaris vs. 2010 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC90 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC90 (185 HP) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Because 2010 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, 2010 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, 2010 Volvo XC90 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Yaris | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
