2011 Volvo S80 vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S60 would be higher. Both 2011 Volvo S80 and 2007 Volvo S60 are equipped with a 2,400 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (256 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S80. (217 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 217 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60.
Because 2011 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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 @ 1500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo S80 | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | S80 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1759 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
