2012 Volvo XC60 vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC60 (325 HP) has 211 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S80. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 312 kg more than 2011 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 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 XC60 (479 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S80. (270 Nm). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S80.
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2012 Volvo XC60 | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Volvo | Volvo |
Model | XC60 | S80 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 114 HP |
Torque | 479 Nm | 270 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1921 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2748 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |