2008 Ford Taurus vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2008 Ford Taurus 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S80 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo S80. 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 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Taurus | S80 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 2000 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 | 1552 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |