2007 Ford E-250 vs. 2001 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2001 Volvo S80. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo S80.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo S80. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-250 | 2001 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | E-250 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |
