2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Volvo S80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S80 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1176 kg more than 2008 Volvo S80.
Because 2008 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-350. 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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S80. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | E-350 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
