2010 Volvo S80 vs. 2008 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (217 HP) has 109 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Nubira. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 499 kg more than 2008 Daewoo Nubira. 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 2008 Daewoo Nubira. 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 @ 1500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo S80 | 2008 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | Volvo | Daewoo |
| Model | S80 | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1759 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |
