2010 Pontiac G6 vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Pontiac G6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pontiac G6 (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S80. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S80 weights approximately 264 kg more than 2010 Pontiac G6.
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, 2010 Pontiac G6 (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S80. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Pontiac G6 | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | G6 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1616 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
