1998 Volvo S80 vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1998 Volvo S80.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Volvo S80 (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Volvo S80 | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Volvo | Xedos |
| Model | S80 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
