2004 Toyota Corolla vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Volvo S80 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S80 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S80 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Volvo S80 (400 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota Corolla | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Corolla | S80 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |