2007 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz R would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S80. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2009 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 R (632 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S80. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz R | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | R | S80 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 632 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
