2005 Volvo S80 vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V is newer by 7 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 2,917 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 132 kg more than 2012 Toyota Prius V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volvo S80 | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | S80 | Prius V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2917 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
