2008 Volvo S80 2.4 D Kinetic Automatic vs. 2008 Volvo S80 2.5 T Kinetic Automatic

To start off, both 2008 Volvo S80 2.4 D Kinetic Automatic and 2008 Volvo S80 2.5 T Kinetic Automatic were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S80 2.5 T Kinetic Automatic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S80 2.5 T Kinetic Automatic (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S80 2.4 D Kinetic Automatic. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 2.5 T Kinetic Automatic should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S80 2.4 D Kinetic Automatic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S80 2.4 D Kinetic Automatic weights approximately 38 kg more than 2008 Volvo S80 2.5 T Kinetic Automatic.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Volvo S80 2.5 T Kinetic Automatic (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S80 2.4 D Kinetic Automatic. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S80 2.5 T Kinetic Automatic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S80 2.4 D Kinetic Automatic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Volvo S80 2.4 D Kinetic Automatic 2008 Volvo S80 2.5 T Kinetic Automatic
Make Volvo Volvo
Model S80 S80
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2401 cc 2521 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 128 HP 207 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.1 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93.2 mm 93.2 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.9 seconds 7.3 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1616 kg 1578 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.5 L/100km 9.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L


 

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