Volvo XC70 2011 vs Volvo S80 2009
| Body: | Estate car / wagon | Sedan | |
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| The wagon generally has more cargo space due to a larger trunk door opening, a roof that extends as far back as possible, and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into cargo space. Sedans tend to be quieter than wagons due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
| Engine: | 2.4 Diesel | 2.4 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 215 HP | 175 HP | |
| Torque: | 420 NM | 420 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.3 seconds | 8.9 seconds | |
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Volvo XC70 is more dynamic to drive. Volvo XC70 engine produces 40 HP more power than Volvo S80, the torque is the same for both cars. Thanks to more power Volvo XC70 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.6 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.6 | 5.9 | |
| Volvo XC70 consumes 0.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volvo S80, which means that by driving the Volvo XC70 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 45 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1250 km in combined cycle | 1180 km in combined cycle | |
| 1370 km on highway | 1480 km on highway | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | 4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
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Volvo XC70 has 4x4: Vehicle has Haldex (Generation IV up to 2012 and Generation V since 2013) automatic proactive all-wheel drive. Haldex analyzes data from the ABS control unit and the engine control unit and can increase the pressure on the multi-plate clutch for faster activation when needed. It has a 100% front to 0% rear torque split when not engaged with a max 50/50 torque split. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 210 mm (8.3 inches) | 148 mm (5.8 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Volvo XC70 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.84 m | 4.85 m | |
| Width: | 1.86 m | 1.89 m | |
| Height: | 1.60 m | 1.49 m | |
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Volvo XC70 is smaller, but higher. Volvo XC70 is 1 cm shorter than the Volvo S80, 3 cm narrower, while the height of Volvo XC70 is 11 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 575 litres | 480 litres | |
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Volvo XC70 has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, Volvo XC70 has 95 litres more trunk space than the Volvo S80. The Volvo S80 may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.5 meters | 11.7 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Volvo XC70 is 0.2 metres less than that of the Volvo S80. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`390 | 2`190 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 9400 | 6200 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 9.0/10 | 9.8/10 | |
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