2012 Volvo S60 vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S60 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volvo S60 | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | S60 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1729 kg | 1720 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 |
