2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2008 Ford Fiesta and 2008 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S80 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S80 weights approximately 416 kg more than 2008 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2008 Volvo S80 (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fiesta. 2008 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fiesta | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Fiesta | S80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1137 kg | 1553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
