2001 Ford TE-50 vs. 2001 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2001 Ford TE-50 and 2001 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2001 Volvo S80. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford TE-50 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2001 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford TE-50 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Ford TE-50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo S80. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo S80. 2001 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford TE-50 has manual transmission. 2001 Ford TE-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford TE-50 | 2001 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | TE-50 | S80 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |