Mercedes E class is a more dynamic driving. Volvo S80 engine produces 37 HP less power than Mercedes E class, whereas torque is 48 NM less than Mercedes E class. Due to the lower power, Volvo S80 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.9 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
9.2
10.9
The Volvo S80 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Volvo S80 consumes 1.7 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes E class, which means that by driving the Volvo S80 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 255 litres of fuel.
Fuel tank capacity:
70 litres
65 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
760 km in combined cycle
590 km in combined cycle
980 km on highway
810 km on highway
Volvo S80 gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Drive type
Wheel drive type:
Front wheel drive (FWD)
Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Front-wheel drive cars (Volvo S80) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Mercedes E class) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions.
Dimensions
Length:
4.82 m
4.82 m
Width:
1.83 m
1.82 m
Height:
1.43 m
1.45 m
Both cars are similar in size. Volvo S80 and Mercedes E class are practically the same length.
Trunk capacity:
440 litres
540 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
1106 litres
540 litres
Volvo S80 has 100 litres less trunk space than the Mercedes E class. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Volvo S80 (by 566 litres).
Turning diameter:
11 meters
11.4 meters
The turning circle of the Volvo S80 is 0.4 metres less than that of the Mercedes E class, which means Volvo S80 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
