2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus and 2004 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S80 (269 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 461 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. 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 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus. 2004 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford Focus | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Focus | S80 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1679 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |