2002 AC Aceca vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S80. (312 HP @ 5950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 132 kg more than 2002 AC Aceca.
Because 2006 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 AC Aceca | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Aceca | S80 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
