2008 Acura RL vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2008 Acura RL and 2008 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S80. (268 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S80 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2008 Acura RL.
Because 2008 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL 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, 2008 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RL | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Acura | Volvo |
Model | RL | S80 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1679 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |