2010 Volkswagen Routan vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2010 Volkswagen Routan and 2010 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (197 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S80. (180 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 435 kg more than 2010 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
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2010 Volkswagen Routan | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | Routan | S80 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 180 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2044 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 67 L |