2000 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 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 39 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S80. (311 HP @ 5950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S80.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 (441 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. (203 Nm). This means 2009 Volvo S80 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 | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Prix | S80 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5699 cc | 4412 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2840 mm |
