2012 Volvo S80 vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Lexus IS would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S80 (217 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Lexus IS. (204 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 192 kg more than 2011 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volvo S80 | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Volvo | Lexus |
| Model | S80 | IS |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 204 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1759 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 65 L |
