2000 Ford Equator vs. 2001 Volvo S80
To start off, 2001 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 128 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo S80 weights approximately 243 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Volvo S80 (280 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 2001 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Equator | 2001 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Equator | S80 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1787 cc | 2401 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1451 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3260 mm | 2800 mm |
