2011 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Toyota Tacoma | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Tacoma | V70 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2694 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |