Volvo S60 2004 vs Toyota Corolla 2007
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.4 Petrol | 1.6 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain | |
| Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 170 HP | 124 HP | |
| Torque: | 230 NM | 157 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.7 seconds | 10 seconds | |
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Volvo S60 is more dynamic to drive. Volvo S60 engine produces 46 HP more power than Toyota Corolla, whereas torque is 73 NM more than Toyota Corolla. Thanks to more power Volvo S60 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.3 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.0 | 6.9 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.7 l/100km | 7.9 l/100km | |
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The Toyota Corolla is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Volvo S60 consumes 2.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Toyota Corolla, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Volvo S60 could require 315 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Volvo S60 consumes 0.8 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Toyota Corolla. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres | 55 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 770 km in combined cycle | 790 km in combined cycle | |
| 1010 km on highway | 940 km on highway | ||
| 800 km with real consumption | 690 km with real consumption | ||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 560'000 km | 280'000 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: | 13 years | 19 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 6 other car models, including Volvo V70, Volvo S80, Volvo S40, Volvo V50, Volvo S70 | Used also on Toyota Auris | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| 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 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 | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.58 m | 4.54 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.76 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.47 m | |
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Volvo S60 is larger, but slightly lower. Volvo S60 is 4 cm longer than the Toyota Corolla, 4 cm wider, while the height of Volvo S60 is 4 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 424 litres | 450 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1034 litres | no data | |
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Toyota Corolla has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Volvo S60 has 26 litres less trunk space than the Toyota Corolla. This could mean that the Volvo S60 uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | 10 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Volvo S60 is 1 metres more than that of the Toyota Corolla, which means Volvo S60 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Power steering: | Hydraulic power steering | Electric power steering | |
| Hydraulic power steering is technologically more complex, louder, increases fuel consumption and requires more servicing. It has the advantages of more power, less strain on the car's electrical system and better feedback (feeling) when steering. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`980 | 1`785 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | average | high | |
| Average price (€): | 2800 | 3400 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 8.5/10 | 9.1/10 | |
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