2002 Toyota Tundra vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S80. (168 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 188 kg more than 2006 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S80. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Tundra | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Tundra | S80 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2800 mm |
