2007 Ford E-350 vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S80. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S80.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S80. (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S80. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2004 Volvo S80 has manual transmission. 2004 Volvo S80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-350 | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | E-350 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
