2005 Volvo S80 vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S80. (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 897 kg more than 2005 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S80. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volvo S80 | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | S80 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 2576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
