2007 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz A and 2007 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S80. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 341 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A.
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 280 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:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz A | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | A | S80 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2034 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1616 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
