2008 Jeep Liberty vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Jeep Liberty is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S80. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 393 kg more than 1998 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S80. (260 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Liberty | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Liberty | S80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |
