2005 Volvo S80 vs. 2010 Acura RDX
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 5 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RDX weights approximately 104 kg more than 2005 Volvo S80.
Because 2010 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura RDX. (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volvo S80 | 2010 Acura RDX | |
Make | Volvo | Acura |
Model | S80 | RDX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1869 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |