2006 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Touran | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Touran | S80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1636 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
