2008 Volvo S80 vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S80 (193 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S80 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2011 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2008 Volvo S80 (280 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volvo S80 | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | S80 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
