2000 Jeep Varsity 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 Jeep Varsity. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Varsity would be higher. At 4,413 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S80 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2000 Jeep Varsity.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (441 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Varsity. (346 Nm). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Varsity.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Varsity | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Varsity | S80 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4413 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 311 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2840 mm |
