2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Commander would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S80. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 28 kg more than 2011 Volvo S80. 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, 2008 Jeep Commander (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S80. (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Commander | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Jeep | Volvo |
Model | Commander | S80 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1866 kg | 1838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1494 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2835 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |