2004 Vauxhall Monaro vs. 2002 Volvo S80
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (329 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2002 Volvo S80. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 230 kg more than 2002 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Vauxhall Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo S80. (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | 2002 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volvo |
| Model | Monaro | S80 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |
