2007 Mercedes-Benz B 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 Mercedes-Benz B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz B would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 394 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz B | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
Model | B | S80 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1829 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1493 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2835 mm |