2008 Toyota Corolla vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2008 Toyota Corolla and 2008 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S80 weights approximately 104 kg more than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2008 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla. 2008 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Corolla | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corolla | S80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2229 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
