2009 Acura TL vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 1 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S80. (193 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 252 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.
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, 2009 Acura TL (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S80. (280 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | TL | S80 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
