2007 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. (292 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 633 kg more than 2007 Volvo S80.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (456 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S80. (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S80.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz G | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
Model | G | S80 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 4414 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5950 RPM |
Torque | 456 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2375 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |