2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,917 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 8 kg more than 2005 Volvo S80.
Because 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
Model | Grand Vitara | S80 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2734 cc | 2917 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |