2003 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Avanti Studebaker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Avanti Studebaker would be higher. At 5,952 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S80. (312 HP @ 5950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 933 kg more than 2006 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S80. (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2003 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Avanti Studebaker | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Avanti | Volvo |
| Model | Studebaker | S80 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5952 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2675 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2800 mm |
