2008 Toyota Hilux vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2008 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux. 2010 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Hilux | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Hilux | S80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1879 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
