2000 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 3,354 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Venture. (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Venture | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Venture | S80 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3354 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1679 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |