2003 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2004 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet SSR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet SSR would be higher. At 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S80. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 480 kg more than 2004 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S80 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, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S80. (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SSR | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | SSR | S80 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
