2010 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2004 Volvo C70
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Volvo C70. (161 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 284 kg more than 2004 Volvo C70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo C70. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota Tacoma | 2004 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Tacoma | C70 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 68 L |
