2001 Acura Integra vs. 2002 Volvo S80
To start off, 2002 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura Integra would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S80 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Acura Integra. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura Integra weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 Volvo S80.
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 S80 (280 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura Integra. (176 Nm). This means 2002 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura Integra. 2002 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2001 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 2001 Acura Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura Integra | 2002 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | Integra | S80 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
