2008 Volvo S80 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 5 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S80 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S80 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. 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, 2008 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volvo S80 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Volvo | Subaru |
| Model | S80 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
