2004 Ford F-150 vs. 2001 Volvo S80
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2001 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 347 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo S80. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 2001 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | F-150 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
