2000 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 9 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 4,413 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Venture. (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 77 kg more than 2009 Volvo S80.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Venture | S80 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3354 cc | 4413 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
