2005 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 4,413 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S80 weights approximately 284 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota RAV4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (440 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota RAV4 | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | RAV4 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 4413 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |
