2009 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 2650 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S80. (268 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 633 kg more than 2005 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Touareg | S80 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 2917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2650 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
