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


 

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