2001 Toyota FXS vs. 2001 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2001 Toyota FXS and 2001 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota FXS (188 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Volvo S80. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota FXS should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo S80 weights approximately 151 kg more than 2001 Toyota FXS.
Because 2001 Toyota FXS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota FXS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 280 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2001 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota FXS has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota FXS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota FXS | 2001 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | FXS | S80 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
