2002 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,224 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 103 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (479 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S80. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | E | S80 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3224 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 479 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
