2006 Volvo S80 vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (284 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S80. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 282 kg more than 2006 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Ford Taurus (344 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S80. (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo S80 | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Volvo | Ford |
| Model | S80 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2524 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1907 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
