2002 Volvo S80 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2002 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S80 (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 271 kg more than 2002 Volvo S80.
Because 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2002 Volvo S80 (381 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm). This means 2002 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volvo S80 | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Volvo | Vauxhall |
| Model | S80 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |
