2011 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (168 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 23 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota RAV4 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, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota RAV4 | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | RAV4 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1816 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2659 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
