2006 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1999 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S80 weights approximately 172 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg.
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 Volkswagen Touareg (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volkswagen Touareg | 1999 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | Touareg | S80 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2460 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |