2009 Toyota Yaris vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 588 kg more than 2009 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris. 2009 Toyota Yaris has automatic transmission and 2013 Volvo XC60 has manual transmission. 2013 Volvo XC60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Yaris | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Yaris | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
