2005 Ford E-250 vs. 1999 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Ford E-250 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Volvo S80. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 634 kg more than 1999 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, 2005 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S80. (281 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-250 | 1999 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | E-250 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2304 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |
