2011 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 339 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volkswagen Jetta | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | Jetta | S80 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1829 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4557 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1493 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2835 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |