2000 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Volvo S80 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Buick Rendezvous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick Rendezvous would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2000 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 277 kg more than 2008 Volvo S80.
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, 2008 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick Rendezvous | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Rendezvous | S80 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1552 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |