2003 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (270 HP) has 53 more horse power than 2012 Volvo S80. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 211 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2012 Volvo S80 (440 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. (370 Nm). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen Passat | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Passat | S80 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |
