2008 Volvo S80 vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 3 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S80 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 222 kg more than 2008 Volvo S80.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volvo S80 | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Volvo | SsangYong |
| Model | S80 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
