2008 Ford Bantam vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2008 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 645 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Bantam | S80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
