2001 Toyota Verossa vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Verossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Verossa would be higher. At 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (312 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Verossa. (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Verossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 252 kg more than 2001 Toyota Verossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Verossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Verossa. (250 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Verossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Verossa | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Verossa | S80 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2489 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
