2008 Volvo S80 vs. 2013 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2013 Toyota Corolla is newer by 5 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 4,413 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S80 weights approximately 492 kg more than 2013 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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 (441 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Corolla. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volvo S80 | 2013 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | S80 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4413 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5950 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
