2012 Volvo S80 vs. 2013 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Equus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 497 kg more than 2012 Volvo S80.
Because 2013 Hyundai Equus 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 2013 Hyundai Equus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2013 Hyundai Equus (510 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo S80. (240 Nm). This means 2013 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volvo S80 | 2013 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Volvo | Hyundai |
| Model | S80 | Equus |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 423 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 5158 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 1889 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 3045 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 77 L |
