2007 Lexus LS vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Lexus LS. (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LS weights approximately 76 kg more than 2013 Volvo S80.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus LS. (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LS | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Lexus | Volvo |
| Model | LS | S80 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
