2011 Toyota Highlander vs. 2000 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Highlander (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 310 kg more than 2000 Volvo V70. 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, 2011 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Highlander | 2000 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Highlander | V70 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2700 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4785 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
