2007 Ford Ka vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2007 Ford Ka and 2007 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2007 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (136 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka. 2007 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ka | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Ka | S80 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
