2011 Volvo S80 vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S80 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S60. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 269 kg more than 2005 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S60. (271 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volvo S80 | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Volvo | Volvo |
Model | S80 | S60 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1838 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1494 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2835 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |