2010 Volvo S80 vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo XC90 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 129 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC90. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 301 kg more than 2010 Volvo S80.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC90. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volvo S80 | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Volvo | Volvo |
Model | S80 | XC90 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1879 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1494 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2835 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |