2010 Volvo S80 vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 2 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 203 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 924 kg more than 2012 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda BT-50. 2010 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2012 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2012 Mazda BT-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Volvo S80 | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Volvo | Mazda |
Model | S80 | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1879 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1494 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2835 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |