2007 Volvo XC70 vs. 2010 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2010 Toyota Yaris is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo XC70 would be higher. At 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC70 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 692 kg more than 2010 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Yaris. 2007 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 2010 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2010 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo XC70 | 2010 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | XC70 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1689 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
