2010 Volvo XC60 vs. 2005 Toyota Sparky
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Sparky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sparky would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (86 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sparky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 823 kg more than 2005 Toyota Sparky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sparky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo XC60 | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | XC60 | Sparky |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1893 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1900 mm |
