2009 Volvo S60 vs. 2010 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Camry (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S60. (258 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S60.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 S60 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Camry. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Volvo S60 2010 Toyota Camry
Make Volvo Toyota
Model S60 Camry
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2401 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 258 HP 268 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 336 Nm
Torque RPM 2100 RPM 4700 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 4806 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1821 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1471 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2776 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.1 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 70 L


 

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