2012 Volvo S80 vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 146 kg more than 2012 Volvo S80.
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, 2013 Toyota Venza (334 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo S80. (240 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volvo S80 | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | S80 | Venza |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 264 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 67 L |
