2008 Volvo S80 vs. 2010 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2010 Buick Park Avenue 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S80 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Buick Park Avenue. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 313 kg more than 2008 Volvo S80.
Because 2010 Buick Park Avenue is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Buick Park Avenue. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick Park Avenue. (265 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick Park Avenue. 2010 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2008 Volvo S80 has manual transmission. 2008 Volvo S80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volvo S80 | 2010 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Volvo | Buick |
| Model | S80 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5175 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1899 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3009 mm |
