2011 Volvo S80 vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (242 HP) has 128 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S80. (114 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 341 kg more than 2011 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S80. (270 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo S80 | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | S80 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 3270 mm |
