2008 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S80. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 892 kg more than 2008 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 GL 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 GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S80. (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | GL | S80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 1553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
