2008 Suzuki SX4 vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,523 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 740 kg more than 2008 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki SX4 | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
| Model | SX4 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 2198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
