2007 Volkswagen Multivan vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2007 Volkswagen Multivan 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 672 kg more than 2007 Volvo S80.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Multivan | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | Multivan | S80 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.4 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |