2011 Volvo S80 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (131 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S80. (114 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 274 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
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, 2011 Volvo S80 (270 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (161 Nm). This means 2011 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo S80 | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | S80 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 131 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |
