2008 Subaru Outback vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2008 Subaru Outback 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S80 weights approximately 294 kg more than 2008 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback 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 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Outback. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Outback.
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2008 Subaru Outback | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Subaru | Volvo |
Model | Outback | S80 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1679 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |