1998 Volvo S80 vs. 2009 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC70 is newer by 11 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC70 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S80. (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S80.
Because 2009 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC70 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, 2009 Volvo XC70 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S80. (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Volvo S80 | 2009 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | S80 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
