2000 Subaru Impreza vs. 2002 Volvo S80
To start off, 2002 Volvo S80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Volvo S80. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo S80 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (292 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo S80. (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Impreza | 2002 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Impreza | S80 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
