Car comparison

Saab 9-5 2.3 T 16V AerovsVolvo S80 2.8 24V T6

Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.

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Saab 9-5

2.3 T 16V Aero

250 hp2290 ccGasolineFWDManualTurbochargedSedan1999-2001
VS

Volvo S80

2.8 24V T6

272 hp2783 ccGasolineFWDAutomaticTwin-turboSedan1998-2001

Comparison overview

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Best choices

Saab 9-5 2.3 T 16V Aero

  • Quickest 0-100 km/h
    6.9 s
  • Fastest top speed
    260 km/h
    162 mph Unrestricted
    250 km/h
    155 mph Restricted
  • Lightest
    1,540 kg
    3,395 lb
  • Lowest combined fuel consumption
    9.8 L/100 km
    24.0 mpg US
    28.8 mpg UK
  • Lowest city consumption
    14.8 L/100 km
    15.9 mpg US
    19.1 mpg UK
  • Lowest highway consumption
    6.8 L/100 km
    34.6 mpg US
    41.5 mpg UK
  • Best estimated range
    714 km
    444 mi
  • Largest trunk
    500 L
  • Best overall score
    63/100
  • Best economy score
    81/100
  • Best practicality score
    75/100

Volvo S80 2.8 24V T6

  • Most powerful
    272 hp
    203 kW
  • Highest torque
    380 Nm
    280 lb-ft
  • Best power-to-weight
    167 hp/t
    124 kW/t
    6.0 kg/hp
  • Best performance score
    59/100

Specification comparison

Specification comparison
ModelSaab9-52.3 T 16V AeroVolvoS802.8 24V T6
Power
250hp186kW
272hp203kW
Torque
350Nm258lb-ft
380Nm280lb-ft
Curb weight
1,540kg3,395lb
1,630kg3,594lb
Gross weight
2,110kg4,652lb
2,210kg4,872lb
Top speed
Unrestricted
260 km/h162 mph
Restricted
250 km/h155 mph
Calculated
Unrestricted
260 km/h162 mph
Restricted
250 km/h155 mph
Calculated
To 99% top speed
70.8s99% target: 257 km/h / 160 mph
Calculated
72.7s99% target: 257 km/h / 160 mph
Calculated
0-100 km/h
6.9s
7.2s
0-200 km/h
21.7s
Calculated
22.4s
Calculated
0-60 mph
6.6s
Calculated
6.9s
Calculated
Fuel consumption
9.8L/100 km24mpg US28.8mpg UK
12.4L/100 km19mpg US22.8mpg UK
Fuel consumption city
14.8L/100 km15.9mpg US19.1mpg UK
16.6L/100 km14.2mpg US17.0mpg UK
Fuel consumption highway
6.8L/100 km34.6mpg US41.5mpg UK
8.2L/100 km28.7mpg US34.4mpg UK
Quarter mile
14.8s
Calculated
15.0s
Calculated
Power-to-weight
162hp/t121kW/t74hp/1000 lb
Calculated
167hp/t124kW/t76hp/1000 lb
Calculated
Torque-to-weight
227Nm/t152lb-ft/ton
Calculated
233Nm/t156lb-ft/ton
Calculated
Estimated range
714km444mi
Calculated
645km401mi
Calculated
Displacement
2,290cc140cu in
2,783cc170cu in
Length
4,810mm189in
4,822mm190in
Width
1,790mm70in
1,832mm72in
Height
1,450mm57in
1,434mm56in
Wheelbase
2,705mm106in
2,791mm110in
Front track
1,520mm60in
1,562mm61in
Rear track
1,520mm60in
1,560mm61in
Trunk volume
500L
440L
Max trunk volume-
1,106L
Doors
4
4
Seats
5
5
Fuel tank
70L
80L

Performance charts

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Dyno simulation

Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.

Saab 9-5 2.3 T 16V AeroVolvo S80 2.8 24V T6PowerTorque
  • Saab 9-5 2.3 T 16V Aero: Power / Torque
  • Volvo S80 2.8 24V T6: Power / Torque
Dyno simulation data table
VehiclePeak power RPMPeak torque RPMMax engine speed
Saab9-52.3 T 16V Aero5,300 rpm1,900 rpm5,550 rpm
VolvoS802.8 24V T65,400 rpm2,000-5,000 rpm5,650 rpm

Acceleration curve

Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.

Acceleration and drag-race table
MetricSaab9-52.3 T 16V AeroVolvoS802.8 24V T6
Acceleration checkpoints
0-60 mph
0-97 km/h
6.6 s
6.9 s
0-100 km/h
0-62 mph
6.9 s
7.2 s
0-200 km/h
0-124 mph
21.7 s
22.4 s
Top speed
Unrestricted
260 km/h162 mph
Restricted
250 km/h155 mph
Likely limited
Unrestricted
260 km/h162 mph
Restricted
250 km/h155 mph
Likely limited
Drag race simulation
60 ft
18 m
2.7 s
2.8 s
330 ft
101 m
6.7 s
6.9 s
1/8 mile
201 m
9.9 s
10.1 s
1000 ft
305 m
12.6 s
12.8 s
1/4 mile
402 m
14.8 s
15.0 s
Trap speed
1/4 mile
402 m
166 km/h
103 mph
164 km/h
102 mph

Power comparison

Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW

Chart data table
VehicleValue
Saab9-52.3 T 16V Aero
250 hp
186 kW
VolvoS802.8 24V T6
272 hp
203 kW

Volvo S80 2.8 24V T6 has 22 hp more than Saab 9-5 2.3 T 16V Aero.

The biggest power difference is between Saab 9-5 2.3 T 16V Aero and Volvo S80 2.8 24V T6: 22 hp (16 kW).

Torque comparison

Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft

Chart data table
VehicleValue
Saab9-52.3 T 16V Aero
350 Nm
258 lb-ft
VolvoS802.8 24V T6
380 Nm
280 lb-ft

Curb weight comparison

Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb

Chart data table
VehicleValue
Saab9-52.3 T 16V Aero
1,540 kg
3,395 lb
VolvoS802.8 24V T6
1,630 kg
3,594 lb

Top speed without limiter comparison

Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph

Chart data table
VehicleValue
Saab9-52.3 T 16V Aero
Unrestricted
260 km/h162 mph
Restricted
250 km/h155 mph
VolvoS802.8 24V T6
Unrestricted
260 km/h162 mph
Restricted
250 km/h155 mph

0-100 km/h comparison

Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds

Chart data table
VehicleValue
Saab9-52.3 T 16V Aero6.9 s
VolvoS802.8 24V T67.2 s

Although Volvo S80 2.8 24V T6 has more power, Saab 9-5 2.3 T 16V Aero is quicker from 0-100 km/h.

The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Saab 9-5 2.3 T 16V Aero and Volvo S80 2.8 24V T6: 0.3 s.

Fuel consumption comparison

Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK

Chart data table
VehicleValue
Saab9-52.3 T 16V Aero
9.8 L/100 km
24.0 mpg US
28.8 mpg UK
VolvoS802.8 24V T6
12.4 L/100 km
19.0 mpg US
22.8 mpg UK

The biggest fuel consumption difference is between Saab 9-5 2.3 T 16V Aero and Volvo S80 2.8 24V T6: 2.6 L/100 km.

Power-to-weight comparison

Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t

Chart data table
VehicleValue
Saab9-52.3 T 16V Aero
162 hp/t
121 kW/t
6.2 kg/hp
VolvoS802.8 24V T6
167 hp/t
124 kW/t
6.0 kg/hp

Estimated range comparison

Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi

Chart data table
VehicleValue
Saab9-52.3 T 16V Aero
714 km
444 mi
VolvoS802.8 24V T6
645 km
401 mi

Performance spider chart

Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.

Chart data table
VehiclePowerAccelerationTop speed
Saab9-52.3 T 16V Aero
250 hp
186 kW
6.9 s
Unrestricted
260 km/h162 mph
Restricted
250 km/h155 mph
VolvoS802.8 24V T6
272 hp
203 kW
7.2 s
Unrestricted
260 km/h162 mph
Restricted
250 km/h155 mph

Most attractive quadrant

Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.

Chart data table
VehiclePerformance scorePracticality score
Saab9-52.3 T 16V Aero
Power
250 hp
186 kW
0-100 km/h6.9 s
Top speed
Unrestricted
260 km/h162 mph
Restricted
250 km/h155 mph
Doors/seats
4 doors
5 seats
Trunk
500 L
17.7 cu ft
Length
4,810 mm
189.4 in
Height
1,450 mm
57.1 in
VolvoS802.8 24V T6
Power
272 hp
203 kW
0-100 km/h7.2 s
Top speed
Unrestricted
260 km/h162 mph
Restricted
250 km/h155 mph
Doors/seats
4 doors
5 seats
Trunk
440 L
15.5 cu ft
Length
4,822 mm
189.8 in
Height
1,434 mm
56.5 in

Performance vs fuel economy

Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.

Performance vs fuel economy data table
VehiclePerformance scoreFuel economy score
Saab9-52.3 T 16V Aero
Power
250 hp
186 kW
0-100 km/h6.9 s
Top speed
Unrestricted
260 km/h162 mph
Restricted
250 km/h155 mph
9.8 L/100 km
24.0 mpg US
28.8 mpg UK
VolvoS802.8 24V T6
Power
272 hp
203 kW
0-100 km/h7.2 s
Top speed
Unrestricted
260 km/h162 mph
Restricted
250 km/h155 mph
12.4 L/100 km
19.0 mpg US
22.8 mpg UK

Saab 9-5 2.3 T 16V Aero is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.

Acceleration vs fuel consumption

Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.

Acceleration vs fuel consumption data table
VehicleFuel consumption, L/100 km0-100 km/h, s
Saab9-52.3 T 16V Aero
9.8 L/100 km
24.0 mpg US
28.8 mpg UK
6.9 s
VolvoS802.8 24V T6
12.4 L/100 km
19.0 mpg US
22.8 mpg UK
7.2 s

Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption

The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.

Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption data table
VehiclePower-to-weight, hp/tFuel consumption, L/100 km
Saab9-52.3 T 16V Aero
162 hp/t
121 kW/t
6.2 kg/hp
9.8 L/100 km
24.0 mpg US
28.8 mpg UK
VolvoS802.8 24V T6
167 hp/t
124 kW/t
6.0 kg/hp
12.4 L/100 km
19.0 mpg US
22.8 mpg UK

Detailed score breakdown

Detailed score breakdown
VehicleSaab9-52.3 T 16V AeroVolvoS802.8 24V T6
Power
250 hp
186 kW
272 hp
203 kW
Torque
350 Nm
258 lb-ft
380 Nm
280 lb-ft
Acceleration
6.9 s
7.2 s
Top speed
Unrestricted
260 km/h162 mph
Restricted
250 km/h155 mph
Unrestricted
260 km/h162 mph
Restricted
250 km/h155 mph
Lightness
1,540 kg
3,395 lb
1,630 kg
3,594 lb
Fuel consumption
9.8 L/100 km
24.0 mpg US
28.8 mpg UK
12.4 L/100 km
19.0 mpg US
22.8 mpg UK
Practicality
Doors/seats
4 doors
5 seats
Trunk
500 L
17.7 cu ft
Length
4,810 mm
189.4 in
Height
1,450 mm
57.1 in
Doors/seats
4 doors
5 seats
Trunk
440 L
15.5 cu ft
Length
4,822 mm
189.8 in
Height
1,434 mm
56.5 in
Range score
714 km
444 mi
645 km
401 mi
Trunk score
500 L
17.7 cu ft
440 L
15.5 cu ft
Power-to-weight score
162 hp/t
121 kW/t
6.2 kg/hp
167 hp/t
124 kW/t
6.0 kg/hp
Overall
Fixed score
Fixed score

Fuel cost and annual usage

Estimate running costs from combined consumption, your annual distance, and the fuel price in your local currency.

Enter the fuel price in your local currency, for example €/L, $/gal, £/L or any other local currency.

LC = Local Currency

Fuel cost and annual usage
VehicleSaab 9-5 2.3 T 16V AeroVolvo S80 2.8 24V T6
Consumption9.8 L/100 km24 mpg US28.8 mpg UK12.4 L/100 km19 mpg US22.8 mpg UK
Cost / 100 km17.15 LC100 km21.70 LC100 km
Cost / 100 mi27.60 LC100 mi34.92 LC100 mi
Annual fuel used1,470 L388 US gal323 UK gal1,860 L491 US gal409 UK gal
Annual fuel cost2,573 LC/year3,255 LC/year

Head-to-head comparisons

Saab 9-5 2.3 T 16V Aero

  • Is 90 kg lighter
  • Is 0.3 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
  • Uses 2.6 L/100 km less fuel
  • Has 69 km (43 mi) more estimated range
  • Has 60 L more trunk volume

Pros

  • Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
  • Highest top speed
  • Lightest
  • Lowest combined fuel consumption
  • Best estimated range
  • Largest trunk

Cons

  • Lowest power

Volvo S80 2.8 24V T6

  • Has 22 hp more
  • Has 30 Nm more
  • Has 5 hp/t better power-to-weight

Pros

  • Most powerful
  • Highest torque
  • Best power-to-weight ratio

Cons

  • Slowest 0-100 km/h
  • Highest combined fuel consumption
  • Heaviest
  • Smallest trunk

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