2008 Acura MDX vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura MDX would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 429 kg more than 2008 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura MDX | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Acura | Volvo |
Model | MDX | S80 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5950 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1879 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1494 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2835 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |