2008 Ford F-350 vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S80. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 752 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2008 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S80. (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford F-350 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | F-350 | S80 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1829 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1493 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2835 mm |