2010 Volvo S80 vs. 2011 Volvo V50
To start off, 2011 Volvo V50 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Volvo V50. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 108 kg more than 2011 Volvo V50. 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. Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 320 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 V50 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | S80 | V50 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1706 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1494 mm | 1499 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2835 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
