2000 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2005 Volvo S40
To start off, 2005 Volvo S40 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S40. (218 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S40 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2005 Volvo S40 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S40 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, 2005 Volvo S40 (320 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2005 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Prix | S40 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5699 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2650 mm |
