2008 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S80 (185 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 694 kg more than 2008 Volvo S80.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S80. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | G | S80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |
