2004 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 2 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 4,916 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (312 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 900 kg more than 2006 Volvo S80.
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 (750 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S80. (440 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volkswagen Touareg | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | Touareg | S80 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4916 cc | 4414 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 312 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5950 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 440 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2642 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |