2010 Lexus GX 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 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Lexus GX would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus GX (301 HP) has 84 more horse power than 2012 Volvo S80. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GX weights approximately 647 kg more than 2012 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo S80. (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Lexus GX | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Lexus | Volvo |
| Model | GX | S80 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4806 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1885 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1885 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 67 L |
