2002 Toyota Allion vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Allion would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S80 (240 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Allion. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 566 kg more than 2002 Toyota Allion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Allion. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Allion.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Toyota Allion | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Allion | S80 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1494 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2835 mm |