2008 Volvo S80 vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, both 2008 Volvo S80 and 2008 Volvo XC70 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 XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 205 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 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 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 XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volvo S80 | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Volvo | Volvo |
Model | S80 | XC70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2435 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |