2000 Ford Laser vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2004 Volvo S80 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S80 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 417 kg more than 2000 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Volvo S80 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Laser | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Laser | S80 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
