2001 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S60 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix. (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 9 kg more than 2000 Volvo S60.
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, 2000 Volvo S60 (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Prix | S60 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
