2000 Pontiac Piranha 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 Pontiac Piranha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Piranha would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Piranha (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Piranha should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Piranha weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Volvo S80. 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, 2008 Volvo S80 (220 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. (203 Nm). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Piranha.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Piranha | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Piranha | S80 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2800 mm |
