2009 Volvo S80 vs. 2003 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 4,412 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Lincoln LS. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lincoln LS.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lincoln LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lincoln LS. (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volvo S80 | 2003 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Volvo | Lincoln |
| Model | S80 | LS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4412 cc | 3934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5950 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
