2007 Buick Rainier vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S80. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S80.
Because 2008 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Buick Rainier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 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, 2008 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rainier | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Rainier | S80 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.9 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
