2009 Toyota Corolla vs. 2009 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2009 Toyota Corolla and 2009 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 39 kg more than 2009 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla. 2009 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Toyota Corolla | 2009 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Corolla | XC90 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1369 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |