2006 Volvo S80 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Touareg. (225 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 727 kg more than 2006 Volvo S80.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S80. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volvo S80 | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
Model | S80 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 2406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |