2000 Pontiac Piranha vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2002 Volvo S60 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Piranha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Piranha would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Piranha (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2002 Volvo S60. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Piranha should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Piranha weights approximately 70 kg more than 2002 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2002 Volvo S60 (285 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. (203 Nm). This means 2002 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Piranha.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Piranha | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Piranha | S60 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
