2006 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 3,538 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP) has 155 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S80. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 424 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S80. (270 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota RAV4 | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | RAV4 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3538 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
