2006 Toyota Corolla vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Corolla. 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 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Corolla | S80 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
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 | 5.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |