2011 Volvo S80 vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (127 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S80. (114 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 179 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm). This means 2011 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo S80 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | S80 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 127 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |
