2006 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz G and 2006 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (401 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S80. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | G | S80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2920 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 80 L |
