2005 Saturn Vue vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Saturn Vue is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn Vue (250 HP) has 112 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S80. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2005 Saturn Vue.
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, 2005 Saturn Vue (328 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S80. (291 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn Vue | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Saturn | Volvo |
| Model | Vue | S80 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
