2007 Volvo S80 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
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 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volvo S80 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
Model | S80 | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |