2003 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Volvo S80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pontiac Vibe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pontiac Vibe would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S80 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac Vibe. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S80 weights approximately 351 kg more than 2003 Pontiac Vibe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Vibe. 2008 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2003 Pontiac Vibe has manual transmission. 2003 Pontiac Vibe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Pontiac Vibe | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Vibe | S80 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
