2005 Volvo S80 vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S80. (134 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 46 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volvo S80 | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | S80 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
