2007 Subaru Forester vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 1998 Volvo S80 (280 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Forester | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Forester | S80 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 16.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
