2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S80. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S80 weights approximately 47 kg more than 2008 Jeep Wrangler.
Because 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler 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 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. 2008 Jeep Wrangler has automatic transmission and 2008 Volvo S80 has manual transmission. 2008 Volvo S80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Wrangler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Wrangler | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Wrangler | S80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
