1999 Toyota Picnic vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Picnic would be higher. At 4,412 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Picnic. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Picnic.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Picnic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Picnic. 2009 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Picnic has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Picnic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Toyota Picnic | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Picnic | S80 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 4412 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5950 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |