2004 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2001 Volvo S80
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Volvo S80. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Volvo S80 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Bonneville. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Pontiac Bonneville | 2001 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
Model | Bonneville | S80 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |