2007 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S80. (161 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S80. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Prix | S80 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
