2008 Ford Taurus vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo S70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo S70 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S70. (162 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S70 weights approximately 268 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Because 2008 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volvo S70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S70. (221 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S70.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Taurus | S70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 68 L |