2009 Volvo XC70 vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC70 is newer by 2 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 2009 Volvo XC70 and 2007 Volvo S80 are equipped with a 3,192 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Volvo XC70. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo XC70.
Because 2009 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC70 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, 2007 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo XC70. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volvo XC70 | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | XC70 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
