2007 Ford Edge vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Edge would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S80 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Ford Edge. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Edge.
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, 2012 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Edge | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Edge | S80 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1862 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
