2010 Acura TL vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S80. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 12 kg more than 2010 Acura TL.
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, 2010 Acura TL (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S80. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Acura TL | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Acura | Volvo |
Model | TL | S80 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1688 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4966 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1453 mm | 1493 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2835 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |