2009 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S80. (197 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 296 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
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, 2009 Ford Focus (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S80. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Focus | S80 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
