2003 Ford Freestar vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 4,413 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2003 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Freestar weights approximately 342 kg more than 2009 Volvo S80.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Freestar | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Freestar | S80 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 4413 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2840 mm |
