2000 Chrysler LHS vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler LHS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler LHS would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler LHS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler LHS. (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler LHS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2000 Chrysler LHS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chrysler LHS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler LHS. (327 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler LHS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler LHS | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | LHS | S80 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2835 mm |
