2012 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S80. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 93 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2005 Volvo S80 (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | Tiguan | S80 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1544 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4426 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1809 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1703 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |