2002 Toyota Tundra vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 7 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 4,698 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S80. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S80 weights approximately 658 kg more than 2002 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2002 Toyota Tundra 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 2002 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S80. (320 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Tundra | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Tundra | S80 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 3191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 923 kg | 1581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
