1998 Volvo S80 vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 12 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S80. (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 312 kg more than 1998 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S80. (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Volvo S80 | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | S80 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3000 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 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1581 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
