2002 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2001 Volvo S80
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Volvo S80. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 674 kg more than 2001 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2001 Volvo S80 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. 2001 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2002 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | 2001 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Touareg | S80 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2214 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
