2011 Volvo XC90 vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Tundra. (233 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1120 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 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, 2011 Volvo XC90 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Tundra. (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volvo XC90 | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Volvo | Toyota |
Model | XC90 | Tundra |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 3998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4808 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1783 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |