2008 Toyota Hilux vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo V70 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 74 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Hilux.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 2008 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70, 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 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux. 2007 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Toyota Hilux | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Hilux | V70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |