2004 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S80. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 849 kg more than 2005 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S80. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volkswagen Touareg | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | Touareg | S80 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2544 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 22.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |