2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser vs. 2001 Volvo C70
To start off, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2001 Volvo C70. (161 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 450 kg more than 2001 Volvo C70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volvo C70, 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, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo C70. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser | 2001 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | FJ Cruiser | C70 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4671 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1811 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
