2007 Acura MDX vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Acura MDX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S80. (178 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S80.
Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX 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, 2007 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S80. (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura MDX | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Acura | Volvo |
Model | MDX | S80 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |