2007 Volvo S80 vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 727 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ. 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, 2007 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo S80 | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | S80 | iQ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1587 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 32 L |
