Volvo S80 is more dynamic to drive. Volvo S80 engine produces 132 HP more power than Volvo S70, whereas torque is 160 NM more than Volvo S70. Thanks to more power Volvo S80 reaches 100 km/h speed 3.7 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
11.0
9.4
The Volvo S70 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Volvo S80 consumes 1.6 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volvo S70, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Volvo S80 could require 240 litres more fuel.
Fuel tank capacity:
80 litres
68 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
720 km in combined cycle
720 km in combined cycle
950 km on highway
940 km on highway
Volvo S70 1999 2.4 engine: The strengths of this engine lie in its durable components, long lifespan, reliability in everyday use, and substantial power reserves.
However, there are notable weaknesses. Early models were equipped ... More about Volvo S70 1999 2.4 engine
Dimensions
Length:
4.82 m
4.72 m
Width:
1.83 m
1.76 m
Height:
1.43 m
1.39 m
Volvo S80 is larger. Volvo S80 is 10 cm longer than the Volvo S70, 7 cm wider, while the height of Volvo S80 is 4 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
440 litres
470 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
1110 litres
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Volvo S70 has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Volvo S80 has 30 litres less trunk space than the Volvo S70. This could mean that the Volvo S80 uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable.
Turning diameter:
13 meters
10.2 meters
The turning circle of the Volvo S80 is 2.8 metres more than that of the Volvo S70, which means Volvo S80 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Volvo S80 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Volvo S70 has serious deffects in 185 percent more cases than Volvo S80, so Volvo S80 quality is probably significantly better
