2008 Volvo V50 vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Volvo V50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S80 would be higher. Both 2008 Volvo V50 and 2007 Volvo S80 are equipped with a 2,435 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V50. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2007 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V50. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volvo V50 | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | V50 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1587 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
