2011 Toyota Highlander vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Highlander. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 128 kg more than 2003 Volvo V70.
Because 2003 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Highlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 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, 2003 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Highlander | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Highlander | V70 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2700 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4785 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |
