2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Volvo S80 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S80. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S80 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Because 2008 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S80. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mustang | S80 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
