2008 Ford Galaxy vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2008 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 115 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Galaxy.
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2008 Ford Galaxy | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Galaxy | S60 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1728 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2776 mm |