2006 Toyota Corolla vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 531 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2004 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Corolla | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corolla | S80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
