2003 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 8 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 395 kg more than 2011 Volvo S80.
Because 2011 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S80. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SSR | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | SSR | S80 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2776 mm |
