2009 Toyota Avalon vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Toyota Avalon is newer by 1 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S80 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Avalon. (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S80 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2009 Toyota Avalon. 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 2009 Toyota Avalon. 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 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Avalon. (248 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Avalon | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Avalon | S80 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |