Toyota Corolla 2007 vs Volvo S60 2004
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.6 Petrol | 2.4 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing belt | |
| Engine chain usually needs to be replaced less often than the timing belt, but the cost of replacing the chain is usually higher. Chain motors are considered to be more reliable, but noisier and more vibration generating. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 124 HP | 170 HP | |
| Torque: | 157 NM | 230 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10 seconds | 8.7 seconds | |
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Volvo S60 is a more dynamic driving. Toyota Corolla engine produces 46 HP less power than Volvo S60, whereas torque is 73 NM less than Volvo S60. Due to the lower power, Toyota Corolla reaches 100 km/h speed 1.3 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.9 | 9.0 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.9 l/100km | 8.7 l/100km | |
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The Toyota Corolla is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Toyota Corolla consumes 2.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volvo S60, which means that by driving the Toyota Corolla over 15,000 km in a year you can save 315 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Toyota Corolla consumes 0.8 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volvo S60. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 790 km in combined cycle | 770 km in combined cycle | |
| 940 km on highway | 1010 km on highway | ||
| 690 km with real consumption | 800 km with real consumption | ||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 280'000 km | 560'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Volvo S60 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 19 years | 13 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on Toyota Auris | Installed on at least 6 other car models, including Volvo V70, Volvo S80, Volvo S40, Volvo V50, Volvo S70 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| Toyota Corolla 2007 1.6 engine: This engine is considered one of the most reliable in its class and, with proper maintenance, does not cause major issues for owners. However, its performance is rather modest.
The timing chain has a ... More about Toyota Corolla 2007 1.6 engine Volvo S60 2004 2.4 engine: The strengths of this engine lie in its durable components, long lifespan, reliability in everyday use, and substantial power reserves. However, there are notable weaknesses. Early models were equipped ... More about Volvo S60 2004 2.4 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.54 m | 4.58 m | |
| Width: | 1.76 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.47 m | 1.43 m | |
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Toyota Corolla is smaller, but slightly higher. Toyota Corolla is 4 cm shorter than the Volvo S60, 4 cm narrower, while the height of Toyota Corolla is 4 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 450 litres | 424 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 1034 litres | |
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Toyota Corolla has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, Toyota Corolla has 26 litres more trunk space than the Volvo S60. The Volvo S60 may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10 meters | 11 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Toyota Corolla is 1 metres less than that of the Volvo S60, which means Toyota Corolla can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Power steering: | Electric power steering | Hydraulic power steering | |
| Electric power steering is simpler, quieter, more fuel-efficient, more configurable and provides additional features such as auto-steering for lane assist and parking. The disadvantages of electric power steering are possible overheating under prolonged load conditions and insufficient feedback (feeling) during steering. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`785 | 1`980 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | high | average | |
| Average price (€): | 3400 | 2800 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 9.1/10 | 8.5/10 | |
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