2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ and 2004 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S80 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 639 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Volvo S80 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. 2004 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ has manual transmission. 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
| Model | Wagon R+ | S80 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1328 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 80 L |
