1995 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2004 Volvo S80 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S80. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S80. (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S80. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2004 Volvo S80 has manual transmission. 2004 Volvo S80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Pontiac Bonneville | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Bonneville | S80 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1616 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
