Volvo S80 is more dynamic to drive. Volvo S80 engine produces 33 HP more power than Volvo S60, whereas torque is 60 NM more than Volvo S60. Thanks to more power Volvo S80 reaches 100 km/h speed 2.2 seconds faster.
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
Engine production duration:
5 years
6 years
Engine spread:
Installed on at least 6 other car models, including Volvo V70, Volvo S60, Volvo XC90, Volvo XC70, Volvo C30
Used also on Volvo S80
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Volvo S80 might be a better choice in this respect.
Volvo S80 2001 2.4 engine: These diesel engines are frequently affected by intake manifold swirl flap seizures. This issue often leads to airflow disruptions and rough engine operation.
The actuator for the turbocharger, which relies ... More about Volvo S80 2001 2.4 engine
Dimensions
Length:
4.82 m
4.58 m
Width:
1.83 m
1.80 m
Height:
1.43 m
1.43 m
Volvo S80 is larger. Volvo S80 is 24 cm longer than the Volvo S60, 3 cm wider the height of the cars does not differ significantly.
Trunk capacity:
440 litres
424 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible
1106 litres
1034 litres
Volvo S80 has 16 litres more trunk space than the Volvo S60. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Volvo S80 (by 72 litres).
Turning diameter:
11 meters
11 meters
Gross weight:
2`070 kg
2`030 kg
Net weight:
1`540 kg
1`600 kg
Load capacity:
530 kg
430 kg
Volvo S80 load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 19 procentiem more than Volvo S60. Therefore, Volvo S80 is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads.
