2007 Volvo V70 vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo V70 | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | V70 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
