2011 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S60. (247 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1178 kg more than 2005 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S60. (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Toyota Sequoia | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Sequoia | S60 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5700 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2715 kg | 1537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1956 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3099 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |