2007 Volvo S80 vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 4 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 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Tundra. (233 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Tundra.

Because 2011 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Tundra. (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Tundra.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Volvo S80 2011 Toyota Tundra
Make Volvo Toyota
Model S80 Tundra
Year Released 2007 2011
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3192 cc 3998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 235 HP 233 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 266 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.4 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 50 L


 

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