2008 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2008 Ford Focus 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S80 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S80 weights approximately 168 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. 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 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Focus | S80 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |