2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 31 kg more than 2013 Volvo S80.
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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Wrangler | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Wrangler | S80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
