2010 Volvo S80 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 589 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (166 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo S80 | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
| Model | S80 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5950 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1879 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1494 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2835 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
