2006 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S80. (178 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1998 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S80. (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Crown Victoria | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Crown Victoria | S80 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |