2009 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S60. (137 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S60 weights approximately 416 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 2009 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60, 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, 2000 Volvo S60 (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Tacoma | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Tacoma | S60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
