2011 Toyota Corolla vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 314 kg more than 2011 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Volvo V70 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Corolla | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corolla | V70 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4554 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1466 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
