2009 Toyota Prius vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Toyota Prius 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S80 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Prius weights approximately 4 kg more than 2008 Volvo S80.
Because 2008 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Prius. 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Prius | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Prius | S80 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 4.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |