2011 Volvo S80 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S80. (114 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 61 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 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, 2011 Volvo S80 (270 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm). This means 2011 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo S80 | 1999 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
| Model | S80 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
