2008 Volvo S80 vs. 2010 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2010 Acura ZDX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S80. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura ZDX weights approximately 424 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.
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, 2010 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S80. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volvo S80 | 2010 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Volvo | Acura |
| Model | S80 | ZDX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1595 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |
