2008 Volvo S80 vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, both 2008 Volvo S80 and 2008 Tata Safari were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 241 kg more than 2008 Volvo S80.
Because 2008 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari. 2008 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volvo S80 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Volvo | Tata |
| Model | S80 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 69 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
