1998 Volvo S80 vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 13 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 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 137 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen CC.
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, 1998 Volvo S80 (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Volvo S80 | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
Model | S80 | CC |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2461 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1517 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |