2010 Acura CSX vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Acura CSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Acura CSX would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Acura CSX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 266 kg more than 2010 Acura CSX.
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, 2012 Volvo S80 (240 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura CSX. (188 Nm). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura CSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Acura CSX | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | CSX | S80 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1343 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4544 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1752 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1435 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2776 mm |
