2012 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S80. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 895 kg more than 2006 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S80. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Tahoe | S80 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2471 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1953 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
