1999 Volvo S80 vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2003 Xedos 9 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Xedos 9 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1999 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Volvo S80 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volvo S80 | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Volvo | Xedos |
| Model | S80 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
