2005 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz R and 2005 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R (268 HP) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S80. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 598 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.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2005 Volvo S80 (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz R. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz R | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | R | S80 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
