2000 Toyota Echo vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 2,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 819 kg more than 2000 Toyota Echo.
Because 2011 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Echo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Volvo S80 (400 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Echo. (122 Nm). This means 2011 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Echo. 2011 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Echo has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Echo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Echo | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Echo | S80 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2776 mm |
