2011 Volvo XC60 vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC60 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 956 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (131 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo XC60 | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | XC60 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1921 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2748 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
