2010 Toyota Matrix vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Toyota Matrix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota Matrix would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC70 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Matrix. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 641 kg more than 2010 Toyota Matrix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Matrix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 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, 2011 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Matrix. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Matrix. 2011 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 2010 Toyota Matrix has manual transmission. 2010 Toyota Matrix will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota Matrix | 2011 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Matrix | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1941 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4366 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1549 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2814 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
