2010 Volvo S80 vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo S80 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 11 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S80. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 41 kg more than 2011 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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. Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 440 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo S80 | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | S80 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5950 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1879 kg | 1838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1494 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2835 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
