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 59 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 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 359 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 Volvo S80 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 2008 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus 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.
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2008 Ford Focus | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Focus | S80 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |